Thomas Cook Airlines, and the UK’s third biggest airport, Manchester Airport, have announced today they will be tying the knot to sponsor Manchester Pride, taking the headline spot at the Big Weekend. It is the fourth consecutive year for Manchester Airport as headline sponsor, and a first for…

Thomas Cook Airlines, and the UK’s third biggest airport, Manchester Airport, have announced today they will be tying the knot to sponsor Manchester Pride, taking the headline spot at the Big Weekend. It is the fourth consecutive year for Manchester Airport as headline sponsor, and a first for the airline. And overseeing the wedding will be 2007’s Eurovision entry, Scooch, who will perform on their parade float.

The Big Weekend is predicted to be bigger than ever with tens of…

Thomas Cook Airlines, and the UK’s third biggest airport, Manchester Airport, have announced today they will be tying the knot to sponsor Manchester Pride, taking the headline spot at the Big Weekend. It is the fourth consecutive year for Manchester Airport as headline sponsor, and a first for the airline. And overseeing the wedding will be 2007’s Eurovision entry, Scooch, who will perform on their parade float.

The Big Weekend is predicted to be bigger than ever with tens of thousands of visitors expected to attend. Thomas Cook Airlines will be boosting the numbers by carrying…

The number of people using Manchester Airport increased again last month, marking 15 months of continuous growth for the North’s global gateway – and setting another new record-breaking milestone for annual passenger numbers, at just short of 22.5 million.

June saw a 3.05% increase in…

The number of people using Manchester Airport increased again last month, marking 15 months of continuous growth for the North’s global gateway – and setting another new record-breaking milestone for annual passenger numbers, at just short of 22.5 million.

June saw a 3.05% increase in passenger throughput, up from 2,247,885 in June 2014, to 2,316,492 for the same month this year.

The uplift sets a new all-time record moving annual total (22,475,753 passengers) for Manchester…

The number of people using Manchester Airport increased again last month, marking 15 months of continuous growth for the North’s global gateway – and setting another new record-breaking milestone for annual passenger numbers, at just short of 22.5 million.

June saw a 3.05% increase in passenger throughput, up from 2,247,885 in June 2014, to 2,316,492 for the same month this year.

The uplift sets a new all-time record moving annual total (22,475,753 passengers) for Manchester Airport, which celebrated its 77th anniversary during the month, up 5.92% year on year.

“The Commission’s report highlights the essential role that aviation plays in connecting the UK to the world, and it is now for Government to develop a policy spanning the short, medium and long term that will deliver the capacity needed for the country to thrive in a modern, global society.

“Aviation policy must address the need for the UK to develop a strong…

“The Commission’s report highlights the essential role that aviation plays in connecting the UK to the world, and it is now for Government to develop a policy spanning the short, medium and long term that will deliver the capacity needed for the country to thrive in a modern, global society.

“Aviation policy must address the need for the UK to develop a strong network of competing airports, and ensure that best use is made of capacity available at Manchester in…

Airport On Top In May Despite Early European Exits For North-West Football Teams

PASSENGER NUMBERS INCREASE AGAIN AT MANCHESTER AS CARGO THROUGHPUT ALSO CONTINUES PROGRESS

The number of people using Manchester Airport increased again last month, with…

Airport On Top In May Despite Early European Exits For North-West Football Teams

PASSENGER NUMBERS INCREASE AGAIN AT MANCHESTER AS CARGO THROUGHPUT ALSO CONTINUES PROGRESS

The number of people using Manchester Airport increased again last month, with 2.80% more people using the airport this May, than last year – despite none of the North’s top football teams making it to the last stages of European competitions again, meaning the airport missed the…

Airport On Top In May Despite Early European Exits For North-West Football Teams

PASSENGER NUMBERS INCREASE AGAIN AT MANCHESTER AS CARGO THROUGHPUT ALSO CONTINUES PROGRESS

The number of people using Manchester Airport increased again last month, with 2.80% more people using the airport this May, than last year – despite none of the North’s top football teams making it to the last stages of European competitions again, meaning the airport missed the typical May football fan boost it has become somewhat accustomed to in recent years.

Manchester Airport Unveils Ten Year Transformation Programme

UK’s third largest airport sets out programme of enhancements worth up to £1 billion over the next ten years

New state-of-the art facilities for airlines and passengers

News welcomed by Chancellor

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Manchester Airport Unveils Ten Year Transformation Programme

UK’s third largest airport sets out programme of enhancements worth up to £1 billion over the next ten years

New state-of-the art facilities for airlines and passengers

News welcomed by Chancellor of the Exchequer and Secretary of State for Transport

Manchester Airports Group (M.A.G) has announced a 10-year investment programme for Manchester Airport that will transform the…

Manchester Airport Unveils Ten Year Transformation Programme

UK’s third largest airport sets out programme of enhancements worth up to £1 billion over the next ten years

New state-of-the art facilities for airlines and passengers

News welcomed by Chancellor of the Exchequer and Secretary of State for Transport

Manchester Airports Group (M.A.G) has announced a 10-year investment programme for Manchester Airport that will transform the airport, ensuring that it continues to thrive as a national asset and plays an even greater role as the…

Manchester Airport passenger numbers continue to grow, with nearly 30,000 more people using the airport during April 2015 than the same month last year. The number of people flying to and from Manchester Airport increased to 1,723,244.

The rolling annual total of passengers now stands at…

Manchester Airport passenger numbers continue to grow, with nearly 30,000 more people using the airport during April 2015 than the same month last year. The number of people flying to and from Manchester Airport increased to 1,723,244.

The rolling annual total of passengers now stands at 22,349,472 – the most ever for Manchester Airport, up 6.7% year on year.

A busy Easter period and the airport’s continued increase in long-haul routes were significant drivers of the growth.…

Manchester Airport passenger numbers continue to grow, with nearly 30,000 more people using the airport during April 2015 than the same month last year. The number of people flying to and from Manchester Airport increased to 1,723,244.

The rolling annual total of passengers now stands at 22,349,472 – the most ever for Manchester Airport, up 6.7% year on year.

A busy Easter period and the airport’s continued increase in long-haul routes were significant drivers of the growth. April saw Virgin Atlantic take over Delta’s Atlanta service and adding a larger aircraft to the…

22.32m passengers beats previous all-time record of 22.26m set in July 2006

Today (Friday) set to be busiest day over Easter period with 65,000 passengers using Manchester Airport

Following phenomenal growth Manchester…

22.32m passengers beats previous all-time record of 22.26m set in July 2006

Today (Friday) set to be busiest day over Easter period with 65,000 passengers using Manchester Airport

Following phenomenal growth Manchester Airport has broken its all-time passenger record, with 22.32m people flying through the UK’s Global Gateway from the North in the last financial year – the most in its 77-year history, beating the…

22.32m passengers beats previous all-time record of 22.26m set in July 2006

Today (Friday) set to be busiest day over Easter period with 65,000 passengers using Manchester Airport

Following phenomenal growth Manchester Airport has broken its all-time passenger record, with 22.32m people flying through the UK’s Global Gateway from the North in the last financial year – the most in its 77-year history, beating the previous 12 month record set in July 2006 of 22.26m.

M.A.G today announces Ken O’Toole's appointment as the new Managing Director of Manchester Airport. Ken has been M.A.G's Chief Commercial Officer since 2012.

Over the last two years, Andrew Cowan has overseen operations at Manchester Airport as part of his…

M.A.G today announces Ken O’Toole's appointment as the new Managing Director of Manchester Airport. Ken has been M.A.G's Chief Commercial Officer since 2012.

Over the last two years, Andrew Cowan has overseen operations at Manchester Airport as part of his role as M.A.G's Chief Operating Officer. Andrew will now take on the new role of M.A.G's Chief Strategy Officer and have responsibility for leading key strategic initiatives designed to support the…

M.A.G today announces Ken O’Toole's appointment as the new Managing Director of Manchester Airport. Ken has been M.A.G's Chief Commercial Officer since 2012.

Over the last two years, Andrew Cowan has overseen operations at Manchester Airport as part of his role as M.A.G's Chief Operating Officer. Andrew will now take on the new role of M.A.G's Chief Strategy Officer and have responsibility for leading key strategic initiatives designed to support the long term growth and development of the Group.

This Mother’s Day Manchester Airport and Thomas Cook Airlines are on the hunt for the UK’s most special mum, with one lucky mother set to win a family holiday to Miami, when the new direct route starts in May this year.

To nominate your mum (or someone else’s who is deserving of the…

This Mother’s Day Manchester Airport and Thomas Cook Airlines are on the hunt for the UK’s most special mum, with one lucky mother set to win a family holiday to Miami, when the new direct route starts in May this year.

To nominate your mum (or someone else’s who is deserving of the accolade), all you need to do is log onto Manchester Airport’s website and tell us in 50 words or less why they are so special. Then Thomas Cook Airlines and the UK’s third biggest airport will select the…

This Mother’s Day Manchester Airport and Thomas Cook Airlines are on the hunt for the UK’s most special mum, with one lucky mother set to win a family holiday to Miami, when the new direct route starts in May this year.

To nominate your mum (or someone else’s who is deserving of the accolade), all you need to do is log onto Manchester Airport’s website and tell us in 50 words or less why they are so special. Then Thomas Cook Airlines and the UK’s third biggest airport will select the most deserving after Mother’s Day next Sunday.

Manchester Airport, in conjunction with Clos-o-Mat and campaigner Tony Clough, has launched brand new Changing Places facilities in each of its three terminals.

At an investment of £235,000, the newly installed facilities have been designed to meet the needs of passengers who have…

Manchester Airport, in conjunction with Clos-o-Mat and campaigner Tony Clough, has launched brand new Changing Places facilities in each of its three terminals.

At an investment of £235,000, the newly installed facilities have been designed to meet the needs of passengers who have profound and multiple learning disabilities (PMLD) and other passengers with severe disabilities who need the support of at least one carer, providing them with a safe and easy toilet facility to use when…

Manchester Airport, in conjunction with Clos-o-Mat and campaigner Tony Clough, has launched brand new Changing Places facilities in each of its three terminals.

At an investment of £235,000, the newly installed facilities have been designed to meet the needs of passengers who have profound and multiple learning disabilities (PMLD) and other passengers with severe disabilities who need the support of at least one carer, providing them with a safe and easy toilet facility to use when travelling through the airport.

Charity fashion event Runway on the Runway is returning to Manchester Airport on the 27th March as 11 schools and colleges from the North West take to a unique catwalk under the legendary wings of Concorde.

Sponsored by Thomas Cook Airlines, the second Runway on the Runway fashion show…

Charity fashion event Runway on the Runway is returning to Manchester Airport on the 27th March as 11 schools and colleges from the North West take to a unique catwalk under the legendary wings of Concorde.

Sponsored by Thomas Cook Airlines, the second Runway on the Runway fashion show is the brainchild of North West Teenage Cancer Trust Ambassador, Margo Cornish, and is being run in order to raise awareness amongst young people of the early signs of cancer. Schools and colleges…

Charity fashion event Runway on the Runway is returning to Manchester Airport on the 27th March as 11 schools and colleges from the North West take to a unique catwalk under the legendary wings of Concorde.

Sponsored by Thomas Cook Airlines, the second Runway on the Runway fashion show is the brainchild of North West Teenage Cancer Trust Ambassador, Margo Cornish, and is being run in order to raise awareness amongst young people of the early signs of cancer. Schools and colleges across the region will have the chance to organise, produce and model in the fashion…

A local aspiring paralympian and her dedicated coach are going for gold in Dubai this month thanks to a generous donation from Manchester Airport.

Carly Tait, aged 29, and her coach Rick Hoskins, both from Manchester, are…

A local aspiring paralympian and her dedicated coach are going for gold in Dubai this month thanks to a generous donation from Manchester Airport.

Carly Tait, aged 29, and her coach Rick Hoskins, both from Manchester, are jetting off from Manchester Airport on Thursday 19th February to compete in the renowned Fazza Athletics IPC Grand Prix for disabled athletes.

Carly, who has Cerebral Palsy, has been training with…

A local aspiring paralympian and her dedicated coach are going for gold in Dubai this month thanks to a generous donation from Manchester Airport.

Carly Tait, aged 29, and her coach Rick Hoskins, both from Manchester, are jetting off from Manchester Airport on Thursday 19th February to compete in the renowned Fazza Athletics IPC Grand Prix for disabled athletes.

Carly, who has Cerebral Palsy, has been training with Rick at Stockport Wheelchair Racing club for over two years. The inspiring athlete, who is currently…

Planning permission has been secured for the development of a new 130,000 sq ft logistics facility at Airport City Manchester, the flagship Enterprise Zone development – with construction now set to commence within weeks.

Located at Airport City Manchester’s Global Logistics site, the…

Planning permission has been secured for the development of a new 130,000 sq ft logistics facility at Airport City Manchester, the flagship Enterprise Zone development – with construction now set to commence within weeks.

Located at Airport City Manchester’s Global Logistics site, the new-build property known as ALPHA is designed to meet growing demand for small to medium logistics units.

Once complete in early 2016, the new building will offer units from 17,500 to 35,000 sq…

Planning permission has been secured for the development of a new 130,000 sq ft logistics facility at Airport City Manchester, the flagship Enterprise Zone development – with construction now set to commence within weeks.

Located at Airport City Manchester’s Global Logistics site, the new-build property known as ALPHA is designed to meet growing demand for small to medium logistics units.

Once complete in early 2016, the new building will offer units from 17,500 to 35,000 sq ft arranged in a single terrace. Each unit will feature bespoke office space and have its own fenced…

Vueling, the Barcelona-based airline, part of International Airlines Group (IAG), is set to launch a direct service to Barcelona from Manchester Airport on 19th June 2015.The flight will depart Manchester on Tuesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday flying to Terminal 1 at Barcelona El Prat…

Vueling, the Barcelona-based airline, part of International Airlines Group (IAG), is set to launch a direct service to Barcelona from Manchester Airport on 19th June 2015.The flight will depart Manchester on Tuesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday flying to Terminal 1 at Barcelona El Prat Airport, which is Vueling’s main hub.

The route will be operated by an Airbus A320, with capacity for 180 passengers. Tickets for flights on these routes can now be booked on the Vueling.com…

Vueling, the Barcelona-based airline, part of International Airlines Group (IAG), is set to launch a direct service to Barcelona from Manchester Airport on 19th June 2015.The flight will depart Manchester on Tuesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday flying to Terminal 1 at Barcelona El Prat Airport, which is Vueling’s main hub.

The route will be operated by an Airbus A320, with capacity for 180 passengers. Tickets for flights on these routes can now be booked on the Vueling.com website or through the mobile app.

TODAY (9th February 2015) - The Church of England’s first female bishop, The Right Reverend Libby Lane, who made history last month when she was ordained as the new Bishop of Stockport, made one of her first official public appearances in her new role, to launch Manchester Airport’s TRAVEL SAFE…

TODAY (9th February 2015) - The Church of England’s first female bishop, The Right Reverend Libby Lane, who made history last month when she was ordained as the new Bishop of Stockport, made one of her first official public appearances in her new role, to launch Manchester Airport’s TRAVEL SAFE WEEK, an initiative to help identify vulnerable passengers and put a stop to human trafficking through UK ports and airports.

She was joined by Councillor Sameem Ali, a Local Councillor in…

TODAY (9th February 2015) - The Church of England’s first female bishop, The Right Reverend Libby Lane, who made history last month when she was ordained as the new Bishop of Stockport, made one of her first official public appearances in her new role, to launch Manchester Airport’s TRAVEL SAFE WEEK, an initiative to help identify vulnerable passengers and put a stop to human trafficking through UK ports and airports.

She was joined by Councillor Sameem Ali, a Local Councillor in Manchester; who has written about her experiences and campaigns to help girls and women who are…

Manchester Airport is flying high today after being crowned Best UK Airport last night at the annual Globe Travel Awards 2015.

The UK’s third largest airport was up against airports including Heathrow, Gatwick and Birmingham, and received the accolade following a phenomenal year of…

Manchester Airport is flying high today after being crowned Best UK Airport last night at the annual Globe Travel Awards 2015.

The UK’s third largest airport was up against airports including Heathrow, Gatwick and Birmingham, and received the accolade following a phenomenal year of growth, increased destination choice and infrastructure investment.

The award comes only two months after Manchester…

Manchester Airport is flying high today after being crowned Best UK Airport last night at the annual Globe Travel Awards 2015.

The UK’s third largest airport was up against airports including Heathrow, Gatwick and Birmingham, and received the accolade following a phenomenal year of growth, increased destination choice and infrastructure investment.

The award comes only two months after Manchester Airport was crowned UK Airport of the Year at the Airport Operators Association annual awards in November…

Manchester Airport saw the busiest December in its 76 year history last month, as passenger numbers travelling through the North’s global gateway increased 7.45% on last year.

With many people seeking winter sunshine or returning home to the UK for the festive period, a total of…

Manchester Airport saw the busiest December in its 76 year history last month, as passenger numbers travelling through the North’s global gateway increased 7.45% on last year.

With many people seeking winter sunshine or returning home to the UK for the festive period, a total of 1,435,470 people used the airport in December 2014 – beating the previous highest December of 1,386,259 passengers in December 2007.

Marking the ninth consecutive month of growth, the moving annual…

Manchester Airport saw the busiest December in its 76 year history last month, as passenger numbers travelling through the North’s global gateway increased 7.45% on last year.

With many people seeking winter sunshine or returning home to the UK for the festive period, a total of 1,435,470 people used the airport in December 2014 – beating the previous highest December of 1,386,259 passengers in December 2007.

Marking the ninth consecutive month of growth, the moving annual total reached 21.97m, which is 6.15% higher than 2013.

Unemployed people in Greater Manchester are being invited to sign-up for a new training course to learn about Chinese culture and basic phrases in Mandarin – aimed at helping them secure work at Manchester Airport, through its Airport Academy.

The new initiative will see students taught…

Unemployed people in Greater Manchester are being invited to sign-up for a new training course to learn about Chinese culture and basic phrases in Mandarin – aimed at helping them secure work at Manchester Airport, through its Airport Academy.

The new initiative will see students taught how best to blend the renowned, friendly Mancunian approach with the customer service behaviours and language expected by Chinese visitors. A greater influx of Chinese business and leisure visitors is…

Unemployed people in Greater Manchester are being invited to sign-up for a new training course to learn about Chinese culture and basic phrases in Mandarin – aimed at helping them secure work at Manchester Airport, through its Airport Academy.

The new initiative will see students taught how best to blend the renowned, friendly Mancunian approach with the customer service behaviours and language expected by Chinese visitors. A greater influx of Chinese business and leisure visitors is expected into the region on board the new direct Cathay Pacific service between Manchester Airport…

Manchester Airport has invested £3.5m in the security areas in Terminal 1, the flagship terminal at the Northern gateway.

Opened this week, the multi-million pound investment has been made to improve the facilities and security…

Manchester Airport has invested £3.5m in the security areas in Terminal 1, the flagship terminal at the Northern gateway.

Opened this week, the multi-million pound investment has been made to improve the facilities and security offering. The improved security area will principally serve passengers who use ground level check-in, ensuring there is more capacity in the main security area in Terminal 1 on the upper…

Manchester Airport has invested £3.5m in the security areas in Terminal 1, the flagship terminal at the Northern gateway.

Opened this week, the multi-million pound investment has been made to improve the facilities and security offering. The improved security area will principally serve passengers who use ground level check-in, ensuring there is more capacity in the main security area in Terminal 1 on the upper level.

The improvements have been made now in preparation for passengers who will use the area over the…

M.A.G, the largest UK-owned airport operator, today reports its interim unaudited results for the six months ended 30 September 2014.

Highlights• Strong financial performance (EBITDA +8.7%), driven by increases in both passenger numbers and commercial revenues, has ensured the continuation of the growth rate delivered over the past few years

M.A.G, the largest UK-owned airport operator, today reports its interim unaudited results for the six months ended 30 September 2014.

Highlights• Strong financial performance (EBITDA +8.7%), driven by increases in both passenger numbers and commercial revenues, has ensured the continuation of the growth rate delivered over the past few years

• Long-term commercial agreements with airlines have generated a significant increase in passengers (+8.5% to 28 million), taking numbers to near record levels at Manchester and delivering industry leading growth at…

Manchester Airport is flying high today after being crowned UK Airport of the Year last night at the annual Airport Operators Association (AOA) awards.

Winning in the passengers over six million category, the UK’s third largest airport was up against airports including Heathrow, Gatwick…

Manchester Airport is flying high today after being crowned UK Airport of the Year last night at the annual Airport Operators Association (AOA) awards.

Winning in the passengers over six million category, the UK’s third largest airport was up against airports including Heathrow, Gatwick and Birmingham, and received the accolade due to a phenomenal year of growth, increased destination choice and infrastructure investment.

Voted for by the British Air Transport Association…

Manchester Airport is flying high today after being crowned UK Airport of the Year last night at the annual Airport Operators Association (AOA) awards.

Winning in the passengers over six million category, the UK’s third largest airport was up against airports including Heathrow, Gatwick and Birmingham, and received the accolade due to a phenomenal year of growth, increased destination choice and infrastructure investment.

Voted for by the British Air Transport Association airlines, the annual awards were held at the London Metropole and Tricia Williams, Customer Services…

The UK’s biggest airport operator, MAG – owner of London Stansted, Manchester, East Midlands and Bournemouth airports – has linked up with Manchester Business School to help find and train the next generation of airport managers.

MAG’s four airports employ 4,000 people and the new Talent…

The UK’s biggest airport operator, MAG – owner of London Stansted, Manchester, East Midlands and Bournemouth airports – has linked up with Manchester Business School to help find and train the next generation of airport managers.

MAG’s four airports employ 4,000 people and the new Talent Development Programme, launched in partnership with Manchester Business School, aims to unlock the potential within its workforce as MAG fulfils its future growth ambitions.

The partnership…

The UK’s biggest airport operator, MAG – owner of London Stansted, Manchester, East Midlands and Bournemouth airports – has linked up with Manchester Business School to help find and train the next generation of airport managers.

MAG’s four airports employ 4,000 people and the new Talent Development Programme, launched in partnership with Manchester Business School, aims to unlock the potential within its workforce as MAG fulfils its future growth ambitions.

The partnership enables all colleagues the opportunity to achieve an MSc in Executive Management; with senior…

Manchester Airports Group (MAG) is pleased to announce that Sir Adrian Montague will join the board as non-executive Chairman on 25th September 2014 and will succeed Mike Davies OBE who recently announced his retirement.

Sir Adrian is currently the non-executive Chairman of 3i Group plc…

Manchester Airports Group (MAG) is pleased to announce that Sir Adrian Montague will join the board as non-executive Chairman on 25th September 2014 and will succeed Mike Davies OBE who recently announced his retirement.

Sir Adrian is currently the non-executive Chairman of 3i Group plc, the senior independent director of Aviva plc and a non-executive director of Skanksa AB of Stockholm and CellMark Investments AB of Gothenburg. He is also the non-executive Chairman of Anglian Water…

Manchester Airports Group (MAG) is pleased to announce that Sir Adrian Montague will join the board as non-executive Chairman on 25th September 2014 and will succeed Mike Davies OBE who recently announced his retirement.

Sir Adrian is currently the non-executive Chairman of 3i Group plc, the senior independent director of Aviva plc and a non-executive director of Skanksa AB of Stockholm and CellMark Investments AB of Gothenburg. He is also the non-executive Chairman of Anglian Water Group Ltd, but he anticipates that he will be stepping down from this position in March 2015. He is…

The expansion to Medcare’s Wellspring Children’s Medical Centre, which was funded by Manchester Airport’s fundraising efforts, has now been completed.

Construction work to improve the medical centre began in May last year following three years of airport fundraising. The extension…

The expansion to Medcare’s Wellspring Children’s Medical Centre, which was funded by Manchester Airport’s fundraising efforts, has now been completed.

Construction work to improve the medical centre began in May last year following three years of airport fundraising. The extension doubles the size of the existing malaria ward – where 50% of the children coming into the clinic at present are malaria victims – and provides a physiotherapy unit, counselling room, a vocational training…

The expansion to Medcare’s Wellspring Children’s Medical Centre, which was funded by Manchester Airport’s fundraising efforts, has now been completed.

Construction work to improve the medical centre began in May last year following three years of airport fundraising. The extension doubles the size of the existing malaria ward – where 50% of the children coming into the clinic at present are malaria victims – and provides a physiotherapy unit, counselling room, a vocational training room, antenatal and postnatal clinics and a new, enlarged pharmacy and laboratory. 11,000 children a…

Artwork based on Manchester Cathedral’s famous stained glass windows is set to be seen by millions of people after it went on display at Manchester Airport by Community Artists Angela Greenway and Andy Leigh.

Artwork based on Manchester Cathedral’s famous stained glass windows is set to be seen by millions of people after it went on display at Manchester Airport by Community Artists Angela Greenway and Andy Leigh.

Artwork based on Manchester Cathedral’s famous stained glass windows is set to be seen by millions of people after it went on display at Manchester Airport by Community Artists Angela Greenway and Andy Leigh.

Also children aged 9-11 from Northenden Primary School, Ringway Primary School, St Elizabeth RC Primary School, St Peters RC Primary School, and St Wilfred C of E Primary all visited Manchester Cathedral earlier this year. Following a guided tour, they made sketches of the architecture, windows and carvings – and with the help of a professional artist, Andy Leigh, made their…

MAG and NATS, the UK’s leading air traffic control provider, have signed an agreement confirming a ten-year contract for air traffic control and engineering services at both Manchester and London Stansted airports.

NATS has a long standing relationship with Manchester and Stansted…

MAG and NATS, the UK’s leading air traffic control provider, have signed an agreement confirming a ten-year contract for air traffic control and engineering services at both Manchester and London Stansted airports.

NATS has a long standing relationship with Manchester and Stansted Airports, built up over many years, and will commence the new contract on 1 April 2015.

MAG and NATS, the UK’s leading air traffic control provider, have signed an agreement confirming a ten-year contract for air traffic control and engineering services at both Manchester and London Stansted airports.

NATS has a long standing relationship with Manchester and Stansted Airports, built up over many years, and will commence the new contract on 1 April 2015.

Andrew Cowan, Chief Operating Officer for MAG, said: “NATS is highly regarded within the aviation industry and has a proven track record when it comes to aircraft and passenger safety, which is our shared…

Corsican Places celebrated the start of its new Manchester flight service to Figari in Southern Corsica at Manchester Airport on Sunday (13th July). The new route with Flybe adds to the tour operator’s charter programme which also includes a Manchester flight service into Calvi in the north of…

Corsican Places celebrated the start of its new Manchester flight service to Figari in Southern Corsica at Manchester Airport on Sunday (13th July). The new route with Flybe adds to the tour operator’s charter programme which also includes a Manchester flight service into Calvi in the north of the island with the airline. To mark the launch of its new service, Coriscan Places’ gave away a £250 holiday voucher to the first passengers to check-in with Manchester Airport throwing in a £50 …

Corsican Places celebrated the start of its new Manchester flight service to Figari in Southern Corsica at Manchester Airport on Sunday (13th July). The new route with Flybe adds to the tour operator’s charter programme which also includes a Manchester flight service into Calvi in the north of the island with the airline. To mark the launch of its new service, Coriscan Places’ gave away a £250 holiday voucher to the first passengers to check-in with Manchester Airport throwing in a £50 World Duty Free voucher for the couple to treat…

Manchester Airports Group (MAG), the owner and operator of the airports of Manchester, London Stansted, East Midlands and Bournemouth, has reported another strong performance for the full year ending March 2014.

Terminal transformation projects continue at London Stansted and East…

Manchester Airports Group (MAG), the owner and operator of the airports of Manchester, London Stansted, East Midlands and Bournemouth, has reported another strong performance for the full year ending March 2014.

Terminal transformation projects continue at London Stansted and East Midlands, while Manchester’s passenger growth sees it retain the third largest position of UK airports. This year’s annual report, also includes London Stansted’s results included over a full 12 month…

Manchester Airports Group (MAG), the owner and operator of the airports of Manchester, London Stansted, East Midlands and Bournemouth, has reported another strong performance for the full year ending March 2014.

Terminal transformation projects continue at London Stansted and East Midlands, while Manchester’s passenger growth sees it retain the third largest position of UK airports. This year’s annual report, also includes London Stansted’s results included over a full 12 month period.

Between 9th - 13th June the landmark five million square foot Airport City Manchester development travelled around China on its first international road show, with over 200 delegates attending to find out more.

Between 9th - 13th June the landmark five million square foot Airport City Manchester development travelled around China on its first international road show, with over 200 delegates attending to find out more.

Between 9th - 13th June the landmark five million square foot Airport City Manchester development travelled around China on its first international road show, with over 200 delegates attending to find out more.

Visiting Tianjin, Beijing, Shanghai and Shenzhen a senior delegation from Manchester Airports Group (MAG), Beijing Construction Engineering Group (BCEG), Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (ICBC), the British Embassy, Argent and MIDAS showed potential occupiers looking to expand into the UK, the benefits of the project, which is a UK first.

Jet2.com and Jet2holidays are continuing their growth at Manchester Airport with the launch today of THREE brand new destinations for summer 2015, Antalya (Turkey), the Greek Island of …

Jet2.com and Jet2holidays are continuing their growth at Manchester Airport with the launch today of THREE brand new destinations for summer 2015, Antalya (Turkey), the Greek Island of Kefalonia and Malta.

Over 46,000 seats will be available to this trio of sizzling sunshine hotspots next year.…

Jet2.com and Jet2holidays are continuing their growth at Manchester Airport with the launch today of THREE brand new destinations for summer 2015, Antalya (Turkey), the Greek Island of Kefalonia and Malta.

Over 46,000 seats will be available to this trio of sizzling sunshine hotspots next year. In total, more than 1.5 million seats will be available for summer 2015 with local holidaymakers…

Over the last year, Manchester Airport, the UK’s third busiest airport has hit the 21m passenger mark, ahead of schedule, for the first time since 2008.

Since 27th May 2013, 21m passengers have used the airport, which is the global gateway to the North of England, by using a range of…

Over the last year, Manchester Airport, the UK’s third busiest airport has hit the 21m passenger mark, ahead of schedule, for the first time since 2008.

Since 27th May 2013, 21m passengers have used the airport, which is the global gateway to the North of England, by using a range of international destinations that include Singapore, Las Vegas, Washington DC, New York, Paris and Moscow, with new destinations for 2014 including Charlotte in North Carolina, Vienna and…

Over the last year, Manchester Airport, the UK’s third busiest airport has hit the 21m passenger mark, ahead of schedule, for the first time since 2008.

Since 27th May 2013, 21m passengers have used the airport, which is the global gateway to the North of England, by using a range of international destinations that include Singapore, Las Vegas, Washington DC, New York, Paris and Moscow, with new destinations for 2014 including Charlotte in North Carolina, Vienna and Jeddah.

flynas, the leading low-cost carrier with added value (Low Cost Carrier Plus) from Saudi Arabia, today successfully launched its inaugural non-stop flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport, Jeddah, to Manchester Airport – its second destination in the UK.

XY 25 arrived at 08:45am…

flynas, the leading low-cost carrier with added value (Low Cost Carrier Plus) from Saudi Arabia, today successfully launched its inaugural non-stop flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport, Jeddah, to Manchester Airport – its second destination in the UK.

XY 25 arrived at 08:45am (UK local time) and was greeted with a traditional water cannon salute on touchdown, where it was met by Stephen Turner, the Commercial Director at Manchester Airports Group along with other senior…

flynas, the leading low-cost carrier with added value (Low Cost Carrier Plus) from Saudi Arabia, today successfully launched its inaugural non-stop flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport, Jeddah, to Manchester Airport – its second destination in the UK.

XY 25 arrived at 08:45am (UK local time) and was greeted with a traditional water cannon salute on touchdown, where it was met by Stephen Turner, the Commercial Director at Manchester Airports Group along with other senior executives. Passengers on board the inaugural flight were welcomed at the gate with a cake cutting…

Lynda Shillaw has been appointed by Manchester Airports Group (MAG) as Divisional Chief Executive Officer for Property, with her employment commencing on 1st June 2014.

Lynda joins from Scottish Widows Investment Partnership where she held the role of Director of Real Estate. The new…

Lynda Shillaw has been appointed by Manchester Airports Group (MAG) as Divisional Chief Executive Officer for Property, with her employment commencing on 1st June 2014.

Lynda joins from Scottish Widows Investment Partnership where she held the role of Director of Real Estate. The new role at MAG will report to Group CEO Charlie Cornish, and oversee the group’s £571m property division across its four airports. The existing portfolio also includes the £800m Airport City development at…

Lynda Shillaw has been appointed by Manchester Airports Group (MAG) as Divisional Chief Executive Officer for Property, with her employment commencing on 1st June 2014.

Lynda joins from Scottish Widows Investment Partnership where she held the role of Director of Real Estate. The new role at MAG will report to Group CEO Charlie Cornish, and oversee the group’s £571m property division across its four airports. The existing portfolio also includes the £800m Airport City development at Manchester Airport.

Graduating in 1986 with a degree in Accountancy and Finance, Lynda has…

Thomas Cook Airlines has announced that it will operate a three times per week service to New York, JFK, from Manchester Airport from May 2015. The airline has also announced the only flights to Miami from outside London with a…

Thomas Cook Airlines has announced that it will operate a three times per week service to New York, JFK, from Manchester Airport from May 2015. The airline has also announced the only flights to Miami from outside London with a twice weekly schedule from Manchester, again with first flights in May 2015. The new Miami route will cater for families looking for holidays, those looking to join Caribbean cruises and, like…

Thomas Cook Airlines has announced that it will operate a three times per week service to New York, JFK, from Manchester Airport from May 2015. The airline has also announced the only flights to Miami from outside London with a twice weekly schedule from Manchester, again with first flights in May 2015. The new Miami route will cater for families looking for holidays, those looking to join Caribbean cruises and, like travellers to New York, those taking advantage of a vast array of connections across the…

Manchester Airport is launching ‘Travel Safe Week’, a training and awareness initiative for all staff based on site, to train staff on site to be aware of the signs of human trafficking and help protect vulnerable passengers.

Working with organisations such as the Stop the Traffik…

Manchester Airport is launching ‘Travel Safe Week’, a training and awareness initiative for all staff based on site, to train staff on site to be aware of the signs of human trafficking and help protect vulnerable passengers.

Working with organisations such as the Stop the Traffik charity and the Border Force, the exercise aims to help train the 19,000 people who work on site everyday at Manchester Airport to look out for tell-tale signs and put Manchester at the forefront of the…

Manchester Airport is launching ‘Travel Safe Week’, a training and awareness initiative for all staff based on site, to train staff on site to be aware of the signs of human trafficking and help protect vulnerable passengers.

Working with organisations such as the Stop the Traffik charity and the Border Force, the exercise aims to help train the 19,000 people who work on site everyday at Manchester Airport to look out for tell-tale signs and put Manchester at the forefront of the trafficking fight in the UK.

Manchester Airport has announced the latest round of organisations that are set to benefit with a grant awarded from its Community Trust Fund – a pot of cash partly generated from fines levied at aircraft that have breached the airport’s stringent noise limits.

In total, 24 local…

Manchester Airport has announced the latest round of organisations that are set to benefit with a grant awarded from its Community Trust Fund – a pot of cash partly generated from fines levied at aircraft that have breached the airport’s stringent noise limits.

In total, 24 local community groups and not-for-profit organisations from across Manchester, Stockport, Trafford, Tameside, Cheshire East and Cheshire West, will all benefit from the grants, which total in the region of…

Manchester Airport has announced the latest round of organisations that are set to benefit with a grant awarded from its Community Trust Fund – a pot of cash partly generated from fines levied at aircraft that have breached the airport’s stringent noise limits.

In total, 24 local community groups and not-for-profit organisations from across Manchester, Stockport, Trafford, Tameside, Cheshire East and Cheshire West, will all benefit from the grants, which total in the region of £45,000.

More than 1.43m passengers travelled through Manchester Airport in March 2013, slightly down on last year’s figures, with Easter falling later in the year meaning many passengers will wait until April to take a late Spring getaway.

March saw the announcement of more long haul services…

More than 1.43m passengers travelled through Manchester Airport in March 2013, slightly down on last year’s figures, with Easter falling later in the year meaning many passengers will wait until April to take a late Spring getaway.

March saw the announcement of more long haul services including direct routes to Jeddah from Manchester with FlyNas, Saudi Arabia’s budget airline, while Finnair celebrated 20 years of flights to Manchester Airport. Finnair connects passengers from the…

More than 1.43m passengers travelled through Manchester Airport in March 2013, slightly down on last year’s figures, with Easter falling later in the year meaning many passengers will wait until April to take a late Spring getaway.

March saw the announcement of more long haul services including direct routes to Jeddah from Manchester with FlyNas, Saudi Arabia’s budget airline, while Finnair celebrated 20 years of flights to Manchester Airport. Finnair connects passengers from the North to Helsinki and then onwards across Asia.

Cathay Pacific Airways has announced that it will launch a four-times-weekly service between Manchester and Hong Kong with effect from 8 December 2014. Tickets for the service are now open for sale.

Manchester Airport is the UK’s third biggest airport, the international gateway to the…

Cathay Pacific Airways has announced that it will launch a four-times-weekly service between Manchester and Hong Kong with effect from 8 December 2014. Tickets for the service are now open for sale.

Manchester Airport is the UK’s third biggest airport, the international gateway to the North of England, with over 20.8 million passengers per year, serving 200 plus destinations. Coupled with the £800m Airport City development on site, it is a powerful international transport and…

Cathay Pacific Airways has announced that it will launch a four-times-weekly service between Manchester and Hong Kong with effect from 8 December 2014. Tickets for the service are now open for sale.

Manchester Airport is the UK’s third biggest airport, the international gateway to the North of England, with over 20.8 million passengers per year, serving 200 plus destinations. Coupled with the £800m Airport City development on site, it is a powerful international transport and business hub.

The Manchester service will be operated by Boeing 777-300ER aircraft featuring Cathay…

Today saw the return of a direct service between Manchester Airport and Jeddah for over five years, as Saudia’s inaugural flight touched down at Terminal Two.

The new route, which will operate three times a week, will be a…

Today saw the return of a direct service between Manchester Airport and Jeddah for over five years, as Saudia’s inaugural flight touched down at Terminal Two.

The new route, which will operate three times a week, will be a great asset to businesses in the region and Saudi Arabia, plus it will also be incredibly beneficial to Greater Manchester’s Muslim community during festivals such as Hajj.

The inaugural flight…

Today saw the return of a direct service between Manchester Airport and Jeddah for over five years, as Saudia’s inaugural flight touched down at Terminal Two.

The new route, which will operate three times a week, will be a great asset to businesses in the region and Saudi Arabia, plus it will also be incredibly beneficial to Greater Manchester’s Muslim community during festivals such as Hajj.

The inaugural flight was met with a customary welcome including a cake, balloons and flowers, with the first passengers…

Mike Davies OBE, Chairman of the Manchester Airports Group (MAG), has announced his intention to step down from the board, after a forty-five year career in business.

Mike was appointed non-executive Chairman of MAG in April 2009 and has led the board through a period of rapid growth…

Mike Davies OBE, Chairman of the Manchester Airports Group (MAG), has announced his intention to step down from the board, after a forty-five year career in business.

Mike was appointed non-executive Chairman of MAG in April 2009 and has led the board through a period of rapid growth that has included the acquisition of London Stansted in February 2013 and the announcement of Airport City at Manchester.

Mike has held roles as non-executive chairman of Baxi Group, Marshalls…

Mike Davies OBE, Chairman of the Manchester Airports Group (MAG), has announced his intention to step down from the board, after a forty-five year career in business.

Mike was appointed non-executive Chairman of MAG in April 2009 and has led the board through a period of rapid growth that has included the acquisition of London Stansted in February 2013 and the announcement of Airport City at Manchester.

Mike has held roles as non-executive chairman of Baxi Group, Marshalls PLC, Royal Mint and Pendragon PLC. In July 2013, he was awarded an OBE by the Queen in her Birthday…

Arts organisations and Greater Manchester tourism has received a major boost with the news that Manchester Airports Group (MAG) is ploughing £340,000 into arts sponsorship in 2014.

The cash marks MAG’s 25th anniversary of arts patronage, which has seen it become one of the largest…

Arts organisations and Greater Manchester tourism has received a major boost with the news that Manchester Airports Group (MAG) is ploughing £340,000 into arts sponsorship in 2014.

The cash marks MAG’s 25th anniversary of arts patronage, which has seen it become one of the largest sponsors of its kind in the UK. During this time, it has spent more than £9 million supporting a variety of art forms and project, supporting jobs and expanding the cultural life of the region in the…

Arts organisations and Greater Manchester tourism has received a major boost with the news that Manchester Airports Group (MAG) is ploughing £340,000 into arts sponsorship in 2014.

The cash marks MAG’s 25th anniversary of arts patronage, which has seen it become one of the largest sponsors of its kind in the UK. During this time, it has spent more than £9 million supporting a variety of art forms and project, supporting jobs and expanding the cultural life of the region in the process.

Six organisations will benefit locally from MAG’s commitment to supporting the Arts in…

MAG, one of the UK’s largest airport operators, has achieved an internationally recognised five-star award for its occupational health and safety standards – gaining the prestigious certification across all four of its airport sites in the UK.

The British Safety Council’s OHSAS…

MAG, one of the UK’s largest airport operators, has achieved an internationally recognised five-star award for its occupational health and safety standards – gaining the prestigious certification across all four of its airport sites in the UK.

The British Safety Council’s OHSAS 18001:2007 certification is used to assess the status of an organisation's occupational health and safety management system, using an internationally recognised defined standard – and aims to ensure that…

MAG, one of the UK’s largest airport operators, has achieved an internationally recognised five-star award for its occupational health and safety standards – gaining the prestigious certification across all four of its airport sites in the UK.

The British Safety Council’s OHSAS 18001:2007 certification is used to assess the status of an organisation's occupational health and safety management system, using an internationally recognised defined standard – and aims to ensure that businesses of all types and sizes follow good health, safety and environmental practices.

Love was in the air for passengers at Manchester Airport during February, with passenger numbers leaping to 1.23 million for the month – up 2.9% on the same time last year – as romantics took advantage of Valentine’s Day falling on a Friday.

The numbers saw Manchester approaching the 21m…

Love was in the air for passengers at Manchester Airport during February, with passenger numbers leaping to 1.23 million for the month – up 2.9% on the same time last year – as romantics took advantage of Valentine’s Day falling on a Friday.

The numbers saw Manchester approaching the 21m passenger mark with the moving annual total now standing at 20.8m. The airport’s highest passenger figure stood at 22m during 2007 and Manchester’s growth sees it remain the third largest airport in…

Love was in the air for passengers at Manchester Airport during February, with passenger numbers leaping to 1.23 million for the month – up 2.9% on the same time last year – as romantics took advantage of Valentine’s Day falling on a Friday.

The numbers saw Manchester approaching the 21m passenger mark with the moving annual total now standing at 20.8m. The airport’s highest passenger figure stood at 22m during 2007 and Manchester’s growth sees it remain the third largest airport in the UK and the gateway to the North of England.

Airport City Manchester, which has Beijing Construction Engineering Group (BCEG) as an equity partner, today announced their plans for an international roadshow across three key cities in mainland China in June this year, following the visit of BCEG’s Managing Director to Manchester Airport to…

Airport City Manchester, which has Beijing Construction Engineering Group (BCEG) as an equity partner, today announced their plans for an international roadshow across three key cities in mainland China in June this year, following the visit of BCEG’s Managing Director to Manchester Airport to endorse the signing of the joint venture partnership.

The mainland China road show, which will aim to attract Chinese businesses, will highlight what Airport City Manchester has to offer their…

Airport City Manchester, which has Beijing Construction Engineering Group (BCEG) as an equity partner, today announced their plans for an international roadshow across three key cities in mainland China in June this year, following the visit of BCEG’s Managing Director to Manchester Airport to endorse the signing of the joint venture partnership.

The mainland China road show, which will aim to attract Chinese businesses, will highlight what Airport City Manchester has to offer their company, visiting Beijing, Shanghai and Shenzhen from 9th–13th June 2014. At each city there will be…

Volunteers from Manchester Airport are visiting nearby schools in Wythenshawe this week to encourage children to read books and develop reading skills at an early age – so they can secure their dream job working at the airport.

Around 50 colleagues from different parts of the airport –…

Volunteers from Manchester Airport are visiting nearby schools in Wythenshawe this week to encourage children to read books and develop reading skills at an early age – so they can secure their dream job working at the airport.

Around 50 colleagues from different parts of the airport – including the airfield, terminals, offices and WHSmith shops – are visiting five local schools, which is part of the World Book Day initiative.

Pupils at Ringway Primary School; Crossacres…

Volunteers from Manchester Airport are visiting nearby schools in Wythenshawe this week to encourage children to read books and develop reading skills at an early age – so they can secure their dream job working at the airport.

Around 50 colleagues from different parts of the airport – including the airfield, terminals, offices and WHSmith shops – are visiting five local schools, which is part of the World Book Day initiative.

1.2 million passengers travelled through Manchester Airport in January 2014, which was 4.3% higher than the previous year. The moving annual total for Manchester Airport is now 20.7 million passengers.

The escalation in passenger figures marks the airport’s 20 consecutive month of year…

1.2 million passengers travelled through Manchester Airport in January 2014, which was 4.3% higher than the previous year. The moving annual total for Manchester Airport is now 20.7 million passengers.

The escalation in passenger figures marks the airport’s 20 consecutive month of year on year growth, with performance attributed to people seeking a well-earned break post-Christmas either in the sunshine or hitting the ski slopes.

Ken O’Toole, Chief Commercial Officer for MAG…

1.2 million passengers travelled through Manchester Airport in January 2014, which was 4.3% higher than the previous year. The moving annual total for Manchester Airport is now 20.7 million passengers.

The escalation in passenger figures marks the airport’s 20 consecutive month of year on year growth, with performance attributed to people seeking a well-earned break post-Christmas either in the sunshine or hitting the ski slopes.

Ken O’Toole, Chief Commercial Officer for MAG, owners of Manchester Airport, said: “January is usually a quieter month following the busy…

MAG, the operator of the airports of Manchester, London Stansted, East Midlands and Bournemouth, has issued its inaugural bond in the UK capital markets.

The Group issued a £450m, 20-year bond, with an annual coupon of 4.75%. The issuance was extremely well received in the market with an…

MAG, the operator of the airports of Manchester, London Stansted, East Midlands and Bournemouth, has issued its inaugural bond in the UK capital markets.

The Group issued a £450m, 20-year bond, with an annual coupon of 4.75%. The issuance was extremely well received in the market with an order book that was four times oversubscribed at around £2bn.

The proceeds of the bond will be used to repay bank debt which was put in place to purchase London Stansted in February 2013.The…

MAG, the operator of the airports of Manchester, London Stansted, East Midlands and Bournemouth, has issued its inaugural bond in the UK capital markets.

The Group issued a £450m, 20-year bond, with an annual coupon of 4.75%. The issuance was extremely well received in the market with an order book that was four times oversubscribed at around £2bn.

The proceeds of the bond will be used to repay bank debt which was put in place to purchase London Stansted in February 2013.The bond has a senior secured structure similar to those of other UK airport companies.

Ryanair, Europe’s favourite low fares airline, today (23 Jan) announced 2 more new routes from Manchester to Lisbon, Portugal and Zadar, Croatia which will operate from…

Ryanair, Europe’s favourite low fares airline, today (23 Jan) announced 2 more new routes from Manchester to Lisbon, Portugal and Zadar, Croatia which will operate from April.

2014 will be the first summer where customers can not only enjoy Ryanair’s low fares, but also its recent service improvements including allocated seating, a small 2nd carry-on bag, an…

Ryanair, Europe’s favourite low fares airline, today (23 Jan) announced 2 more new routes from Manchester to Lisbon, Portugal and Zadar, Croatia which will operate from April.

2014 will be the first summer where customers can not only enjoy Ryanair’s low fares, but also its recent service improvements including allocated seating, a small 2nd carry-on bag, an easier website booking platform and quiet flights, which makes Ryanair the ideal choice for family and…

MAG, the owner and operator of the airports of Manchester, London Stansted, East Midlands and Bournemouth, has today announced its interim results for the six months ended 30th September 2013.

In continuing to make progress in its vision towards becoming the premier airport services…

MAG, the owner and operator of the airports of Manchester, London Stansted, East Midlands and Bournemouth, has today announced its interim results for the six months ended 30th September 2013.

In continuing to make progress in its vision towards becoming the premier airport services business, the Group has integrated London Stansted Airport into the Group with critical milestones now delivered. Looking ahead, MAG is advancing plans for the £800 million Airport City development…

MAG, the owner and operator of the airports of Manchester, London Stansted, East Midlands and Bournemouth, has today announced its interim results for the six months ended 30th September 2013.

In continuing to make progress in its vision towards becoming the premier airport services business, the Group has integrated London Stansted Airport into the Group with critical milestones now delivered. Looking ahead, MAG is advancing plans for the £800 million Airport City development, having secured Beijing Construction Engineering Group (BCEG), Carillion PLC and the Greater Manchester…

Ryanair, Europe’s favourite low fares airline, today (15 Jan) announced it will open 4 new routes from Manchester (in March 2014) as well as adding frequencies on 5 existing routes, which will deliver 2,100,000 passengers p.a. and support 2,100* on-site jobs at Manchester Airport. Ryanair’s growth at Manchester from March 2014 will…

Ryanair, Europe’s favourite low fares airline, today (15 Jan) announced it will open 4 new routes from Manchester (in March 2014) as well as adding frequencies on 5 existing routes, which will deliver 2,100,000 passengers p.a. and support 2,100* on-site jobs at Manchester Airport. Ryanair’s growth at Manchester from March 2014 will deliver:

Corsican Places is pleased to announce a brand new and exclusive Manchester to Figari (Southern Corsica) flight with Flybe for its forthcoming 2014 season. This adds to the tour operator’s charter flight programme which also includes…

Corsican Places is pleased to announce a brand new and exclusive Manchester to Figari (Southern Corsica) flight with Flybe for its forthcoming 2014 season. This adds to the tour operator’s charter flight programme which also includes a Manchester to Calvi (North West Corsica) service, thus giving customers from the region access to both the North and South of the…

Corsican Places is pleased to announce a brand new and exclusive Manchester to Figari (Southern Corsica) flight with Flybe for its forthcoming 2014 season. This adds to the tour operator’s charter flight programme which also includes a Manchester to Calvi (North West Corsica) service, thus giving customers from the region access to both the North and South of the island.

The flight will operate on Sundays for a 14 week period, from June 22nd – September 21st…

1.3 million passengers travelled through Manchester Airport in December 2013, which was 5.4% higher than the previous year.

The escalation in passenger figures marks the airport’s 19 consecutive month of year on year growth, with performance attributed to the busy Christmas period where…

1.3 million passengers travelled through Manchester Airport in December 2013, which was 5.4% higher than the previous year.

The escalation in passenger figures marks the airport’s 19 consecutive month of year on year growth, with performance attributed to the busy Christmas period where the airport saw over 720,000 festive travellers arrive and depart, a rise of 1.2%, as well as having over 153,000 extra seats available to popular destinations compared with the previous Winter…

1.3 million passengers travelled through Manchester Airport in December 2013, which was 5.4% higher than the previous year.

The escalation in passenger figures marks the airport’s 19 consecutive month of year on year growth, with performance attributed to the busy Christmas period where the airport saw over 720,000 festive travellers arrive and depart, a rise of 1.2%, as well as having over 153,000 extra seats available to popular destinations compared with the previous Winter season.

December brought a range of increased services including the inaugural flight of Thomas…

Ryanair, Europe’s favourite low fares airline, today (Wed 18th Dec), announced a new route from Manchester to Bologna in Northern Italy which will operate three times weekly from 1st April.

To celebrate this new route at Manchester, Ryanair is releasing 100,000 seats across its European…

Ryanair, Europe’s favourite low fares airline, today (Wed 18th Dec), announced a new route from Manchester to Bologna in Northern Italy which will operate three times weekly from 1st April.

To celebrate this new route at Manchester, Ryanair is releasing 100,000 seats across its European network at prices starting from £16.99 for travel on Mon, Tue, Wed & Thur in January and February and these “all in” cheap flights will be available on over 1,000 of Ryanair’s European routes, but…

Ryanair, Europe’s favourite low fares airline, today (Wed 18th Dec), announced a new route from Manchester to Bologna in Northern Italy which will operate three times weekly from 1st April.

To celebrate this new route at Manchester, Ryanair is releasing 100,000 seats across its European network at prices starting from £16.99 for travel on Mon, Tue, Wed & Thur in January and February and these “all in” cheap flights will be available on over 1,000 of Ryanair’s European routes, but must be booked on the Ryanair.com website before midnight (24:00hrs) Mon 23 Dec.

Today Manchester Airport welcomed one of the world’s largest commercial air freighters, as a Cathay Pacific Boeing 747-8 Freighter (B747-8F) landed from Hong Kong this morning. The new aircraft will fly on a regular basis on the…

Today Manchester Airport welcomed one of the world’s largest commercial air freighters, as a Cathay Pacific Boeing 747-8 Freighter (B747-8F) landed from Hong Kong this morning. The new aircraft will fly on a regular basis on the Manchester to Hong Kong route and is capable of carrying over 130 tonnes of cargo.

The plane includes a high-lift, low-drag wing that enhances payload and range performance, a simplified flap…

Today Manchester Airport welcomed one of the world’s largest commercial air freighters, as a Cathay Pacific Boeing 747-8 Freighter (B747-8F) landed from Hong Kong this morning. The new aircraft will fly on a regular basis on the Manchester to Hong Kong route and is capable of carrying over 130 tonnes of cargo.

The plane includes a high-lift, low-drag wing that enhances payload and range performance, a simplified flap system to reduce noise and maintenance costs, and what is described as the most advanced commercial…

Earlier this year, Thomas Cook Airlines announced a new range of flights to the Caribbean from Manchester Airport, bringing the only routes outside London to St Lucia and Antigua and one of only a handful to Barbados.

Earlier this year, Thomas Cook Airlines announced a new range of flights to the Caribbean from Manchester Airport, bringing the only routes outside London to St Lucia and Antigua and one of only a handful to Barbados.

A ‘new to Thomas Cook Airlines’ fully refurbished Airbus A330 arrived in November – registration G-CHTZ – and undertook its first flight to Saint Lucia and …

Earlier this year, Thomas Cook Airlines announced a new range of flights to the Caribbean from Manchester Airport, bringing the only routes outside London to St Lucia and Antigua and one of only a handful to Barbados.

A ‘new to Thomas Cook Airlines’ fully refurbished Airbus A330 arrived in November – registration G-CHTZ – and undertook its first flight to Saint Lucia and Barbados.

With Winter schedules now firmly in operation, November saw eighteen months of consecutive growth at Manchester Airport, with 1,313,810 passengers travelling through the UK’s third largest airport last month.

The moving annual total of passengers is currently at 20,624,526, a rise of…

With Winter schedules now firmly in operation, November saw eighteen months of consecutive growth at Manchester Airport, with 1,313,810 passengers travelling through the UK’s third largest airport last month.

The moving annual total of passengers is currently at 20,624,526, a rise of 5.18% compared to last year.

The continued growth is attributed to a strong Winter season with a wealth of new routes for passengers to choose from, plus continued outreach from the…

With Winter schedules now firmly in operation, November saw eighteen months of consecutive growth at Manchester Airport, with 1,313,810 passengers travelling through the UK’s third largest airport last month.

The moving annual total of passengers is currently at 20,624,526, a rise of 5.18% compared to last year.

The continued growth is attributed to a strong Winter season with a wealth of new routes for passengers to choose from, plus continued outreach from the airport’s ‘Fly Manchester’…

After the busiest Summer in five years, which saw passenger numbers rise above 20 million, Manchester Airport is gearing up for an equally busy Winter period. This Winter season will see an abundance of new routes from airlines like Ryanair, easyJet, Jet2.com and Thomas Cook as well as over…

After the busiest Summer in five years, which saw passenger numbers rise above 20 million, Manchester Airport is gearing up for an equally busy Winter period. This Winter season will see an abundance of new routes from airlines like Ryanair, easyJet, Jet2.com and Thomas Cook as well as over 153,000 extra seats available compared with the previous Winter.

The first month of the airport’s Winter season – October 2013 - saw over 1,875,000 passengers travelling through compared to…

After the busiest Summer in five years, which saw passenger numbers rise above 20 million, Manchester Airport is gearing up for an equally busy Winter period. This Winter season will see an abundance of new routes from airlines like Ryanair, easyJet, Jet2.com and Thomas Cook as well as over 153,000 extra seats available compared with the previous Winter.

The first month of the airport’s Winter season – October 2013 - saw over 1,875,000 passengers travelling through compared to October 2012, a rise of over 6.6%, which outperformed the UK market growth and marked the airport’s…

Monarch, the leading scheduled leisure airline, today pledged its commitment to Manchester Airport by announcing four new routes for summer 2014 whilst signing a new three year commercial agreement with Manchester Airports Group (MAG).

Monarch, the leading scheduled leisure airline, today pledged its commitment to Manchester Airport by announcing four new routes for summer 2014 whilst signing a new three year commercial agreement with Manchester Airports Group (MAG).

Monarch, the leading scheduled leisure airline, today pledged its commitment to Manchester Airport by announcing four new routes for summer 2014 whilst signing a new three year commercial agreement with Manchester Airports Group (MAG).

Concorde touched down at Manchester Airport carrying British Airways VIPS for its last ever flight on October 31 2003. It went on public display in April 2004 at the already established Runway Visitor Park, joining the Avro RJX and Monarch DC-10 nose already on display. It was the first Concorde to go on display in the UK.

Concorde touched down at Manchester Airport carrying British Airways VIPS for its last ever flight on October 31 2003. It went on public display in April 2004 at the already established Runway Visitor Park, joining the Avro RJX and Monarch DC-10 nose already on display. It was the first Concorde to go on display in the UK.

The Runway Visitor Park officially opened in May 1997 following relocation from the opposite side of the runway where the ‘Aviation Viewing Park’…

Manchester Airport has launched a new video to accompany refreshed ‘Airport Awareness’ literature, aimed at helping families with autistic children when travelling through the airport.

The Airport Awareness initiative was originally launched in 2009 and has now been…

Manchester Airport has launched a new video to accompany refreshed ‘Airport Awareness’ literature, aimed at helping families with autistic children when travelling through the airport.

The Airport Awareness initiative was originally launched in 2009 and has now been refreshed to include a booklet and video for each of the three terminals. Singer and actor Keith Duffy is backing Manchester Airport’s Awareness initiative and appears in the videos.

Keith said:…

Manchester Airport has launched a new video to accompany refreshed ‘Airport Awareness’ literature, aimed at helping families with autistic children when travelling through the airport.

The Airport Awareness initiative was originally launched in 2009 and has now been refreshed to include a booklet and video for each of the three terminals. Singer and actor Keith Duffy is backing Manchester Airport’s Awareness initiative and appears in the videos.

Keith said: “I’ve been actively fundraising and raising awareness for children with autism for many years now…

US Airways will launch a new nonstop service between its largest hub at Charlotte, North Carolina, and Manchester Airport next spring. The new flights from Charlotte supplement the airline’s current service to Manchester Airport from its international gateway at Philadelphia International…

US Airways will launch a new nonstop service between its largest hub at Charlotte, North Carolina, and Manchester Airport next spring. The new flights from Charlotte supplement the airline’s current service to Manchester Airport from its international gateway at Philadelphia International Airport.

Service will begin on 22nd May 2014 and the new flights bring the number of international destinations US Airways serves from Charlotte to 38 – ten cities in Europe and 28 in Canada…

US Airways will launch a new nonstop service between its largest hub at Charlotte, North Carolina, and Manchester Airport next spring. The new flights from Charlotte supplement the airline’s current service to Manchester Airport from its international gateway at Philadelphia International Airport.

Service will begin on 22nd May 2014 and the new flights bring the number of international destinations US Airways serves from Charlotte to 38 – ten cities in Europe and 28 in Canada, Mexico, Latin America, South America and the Caribbean. US Airways now serves 145 airports in 28 countries…

Over 2.2 million passengers travelled through Manchester Airport in September 2013, which was up 5.2% compared with September 2012. This puts Manchester Airport significantly above the average increase for airports in the UK, which is 3.8%

The moving annual total for passenger numbers at…

Over 2.2 million passengers travelled through Manchester Airport in September 2013, which was up 5.2% compared with September 2012. This puts Manchester Airport significantly above the average increase for airports in the UK, which is 3.8%

The moving annual total for passenger numbers at Manchester Airport is now 20,640,166 million passengers. The increase in passenger figures marks the airport’s sixteenth consecutive month of year on year growth, with performance boosted by the…

Over 2.2 million passengers travelled through Manchester Airport in September 2013, which was up 5.2% compared with September 2012. This puts Manchester Airport significantly above the average increase for airports in the UK, which is 3.8%

The moving annual total for passenger numbers at Manchester Airport is now 20,640,166 million passengers. The increase in passenger figures marks the airport’s sixteenth consecutive month of year on year growth, with performance boosted by the continuing ‘Fly Manchester’ campaigns across the West Midlands, Lancashire, Merseyside and Yorkshire…

Charity fundraising by Manchester Airport has supported the expansion to Medcare’s Wellspring Children’s Medical Centre in Kamutuuza, Uganda and is now well on its way to being completed.

Construction work to improve the medical centre began in May this year following a year of airport…

Charity fundraising by Manchester Airport has supported the expansion to Medcare’s Wellspring Children’s Medical Centre in Kamutuuza, Uganda and is now well on its way to being completed.

Construction work to improve the medical centre began in May this year following a year of airport fundraising and is expected to be complete in the New Year 2014. The extension doubles the size of the malaria ward - 50% of the children coming into the clinic at present are malaria victims and…

Charity fundraising by Manchester Airport has supported the expansion to Medcare’s Wellspring Children’s Medical Centre in Kamutuuza, Uganda and is now well on its way to being completed.

Construction work to improve the medical centre began in May this year following a year of airport fundraising and is expected to be complete in the New Year 2014. The extension doubles the size of the malaria ward - 50% of the children coming into the clinic at present are malaria victims and 11,000 children a year are currently treated at the medical centre.

Manchester Airports Group (MAG) has announced a joint venture agreement with Beijing Construction Engineering Group (BCEG), Carillion PLC and the Greater Manchester Pension Fund (GMPF) in relation to the development of the £800 million Airport City project at Manchester Airport. Argent has been…

Manchester Airports Group (MAG) has announced a joint venture agreement with Beijing Construction Engineering Group (BCEG), Carillion PLC and the Greater Manchester Pension Fund (GMPF) in relation to the development of the £800 million Airport City project at Manchester Airport. Argent has been appointed by the joint venture as development manager for the scheme.

Airport City will be the core element of the Government-designated Enterprise Zone surrounding the UK’s third busiest…

Manchester Airports Group (MAG) has announced a joint venture agreement with Beijing Construction Engineering Group (BCEG), Carillion PLC and the Greater Manchester Pension Fund (GMPF) in relation to the development of the £800 million Airport City project at Manchester Airport. Argent has been appointed by the joint venture as development manager for the scheme.

Airport City will be the core element of the Government-designated Enterprise Zone surrounding the UK’s third busiest airport, Manchester. The objective of siting the zone around Manchester Airport alongside supporting…

Air Canada rouge, Air Canada’s leisure carrier subsidiary, will introduce a non-stop service from Manchester Airport to its Toronto hub, Toronto Pearson International Airport, starting 27 June through to 13 September 2014.

Air Canada rouge Manchester-Toronto flight, AC1931, will…

Air Canada rouge, Air Canada’s leisure carrier subsidiary, will introduce a non-stop service from Manchester Airport to its Toronto hub, Toronto Pearson International Airport, starting 27 June through to 13 September 2014.

Air Canada rouge Manchester-Toronto flight, AC1931, will depart Manchester five times per week (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday) at 11:25 a.m. and arrive in Toronto at 2:10 p.m. local time the same day. The return flight, AC1930, will depart…

Air Canada rouge, Air Canada’s leisure carrier subsidiary, will introduce a non-stop service from Manchester Airport to its Toronto hub, Toronto Pearson International Airport, starting 27 June through to 13 September 2014.

Air Canada rouge Manchester-Toronto flight, AC1931, will depart Manchester five times per week (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday) at 11:25 a.m. and arrive in Toronto at 2:10 p.m. local time the same day. The return flight, AC1930, will depart Toronto five times per week (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday) at 10:05 p.m. and arrive in…

Monarch, the leading scheduled leisure airline, has announced plans to launch four new routes to Naples, Agadir, Hurghada and Enfidha airports for summer 2014 from Manchester Airport. Flights will be available to book from 4th…

Monarch, the leading scheduled leisure airline, has announced plans to launch four new routes to Naples, Agadir, Hurghada and Enfidha airports for summer 2014 from Manchester Airport. Flights will be available to book from 4th October 2013.

Agadir, which enjoys a year round warm climate, becomes Monarch Airlines’ first Moroccan destination. With twice…

Monarch, the leading scheduled leisure airline, has announced plans to launch four new routes to Naples, Agadir, Hurghada and Enfidha airports for summer 2014 from Manchester Airport. Flights will be available to book from 4th October 2013.

Agadir, which enjoys a year round warm climate, becomes Monarch Airlines’ first Moroccan destination. With twice weekly flights from Manchester (Tuesday and Friday) from 3rd May 2014. Fares start from £62.49 one…

Over 2.3 million passengers travelled through Manchester Airport in August 2013, which was over 7% up on August 2012, with market growth at just over 5%.

The increase in passenger figures marks the airport’s fifteenth consecutive month of year on year growth, with performance attributed…

Over 2.3 million passengers travelled through Manchester Airport in August 2013, which was over 7% up on August 2012, with market growth at just over 5%.

The increase in passenger figures marks the airport’s fifteenth consecutive month of year on year growth, with performance attributed to an increase in international scheduled traffic at 14% higher than August 2012.

Over 2.3 million passengers travelled through Manchester Airport in August 2013, which was over 7% up on August 2012, with market growth at just over 5%.

The increase in passenger figures marks the airport’s fifteenth consecutive month of year on year growth, with performance attributed to an increase in international scheduled traffic at 14% higher than August 2012.

New routes during 2013 that have been part of the successful summer have included easyJet’s new service to Moscow and Norwegian’s new service to…

Baroness Elizabeth Symons of Vernham Dean has been appointed to the Manchester Airports Group (MAG) board, joining the company as it continues a recent growth pattern following the successful acquisition of London Stansted Airport at the start of the year.

Baroness Symons brings…

Baroness Elizabeth Symons of Vernham Dean has been appointed to the Manchester Airports Group (MAG) board, joining the company as it continues a recent growth pattern following the successful acquisition of London Stansted Airport at the start of the year.

Baroness Symons brings significant experience as a former non-executive director of British Airways and since 2010, has served as the Chairman of the Arab British Chamber of Commerce (ABCC).

Baroness Symons has also served…

Baroness Elizabeth Symons of Vernham Dean has been appointed to the Manchester Airports Group (MAG) board, joining the company as it continues a recent growth pattern following the successful acquisition of London Stansted Airport at the start of the year.

Baroness Symons brings significant experience as a former non-executive director of British Airways and since 2010, has served as the Chairman of the Arab British Chamber of Commerce (ABCC).

Baroness Symons has also served in the UK government as a junior Foreign Office Minister, Minister of State for Defence Procurement…

Manchester Airports Group (MAG) has partnered with a leading industry title, Travel Trade Gazette (TTG), to take part in its nationwide road shows to promote its four airports to the UK.

MAG visited Southampton earlier this month and is set to visit Edinburgh on 24th September, followed…

Manchester Airports Group (MAG) has partnered with a leading industry title, Travel Trade Gazette (TTG), to take part in its nationwide road shows to promote its four airports to the UK.

MAG visited Southampton earlier this month and is set to visit Edinburgh on 24th September, followed by London (14th October) and Liverpool (17th October), with more planned for 2014.

At each location a different MAG airport is showcased to local travel agents and key industry people in the…

Manchester Airports Group (MAG) has partnered with a leading industry title, Travel Trade Gazette (TTG), to take part in its nationwide road shows to promote its four airports to the UK.

MAG visited Southampton earlier this month and is set to visit Edinburgh on 24th September, followed by London (14th October) and Liverpool (17th October), with more planned for 2014.

At each location a different MAG airport is showcased to local travel agents and key industry people in the region and offers the perfect opportunity to find out the latest developments on routes and travel…

Canadian Affair, the UK’s leading tour operator to Canada, has launched its summer 2014 programme with a range of early booking deals that will save passengers from the North West pounds on holidays across their Canadian network.

Offers include savings of 20% on hotels and 10% off fly…

Canadian Affair, the UK’s leading tour operator to Canada, has launched its summer 2014 programme with a range of early booking deals that will save passengers from the North West pounds on holidays across their Canadian network.

Offers include savings of 20% on hotels and 10% off fly drive holidays, escorted tours, rail tours and motorhome holidays. Bookings must be made before 30th September, 2013 for travel from 1st May to 31st October, 2014.

Flight prices are also…

Canadian Affair, the UK’s leading tour operator to Canada, has launched its summer 2014 programme with a range of early booking deals that will save passengers from the North West pounds on holidays across their Canadian network.

Offers include savings of 20% on hotels and 10% off fly drive holidays, escorted tours, rail tours and motorhome holidays. Bookings must be made before 30th September, 2013 for travel from 1st May to 31st October, 2014.

Flight prices are also low; their excellent value flights with partner Air Transat start at just:· Toronto from £378…

Residents of Staffordshire are set for a visit from the ‘Fly Manchester’ campaign this month, as Manchester Airport’s latest initiative comes to the West Midlands.

Manchester Airport, the global gateway to and from Northern England, successfully launched its ‘…

Residents of Staffordshire are set for a visit from the ‘Fly Manchester’ campaign this month, as Manchester Airport’s latest initiative comes to the West Midlands.

Manchester Airport, the global gateway to and from Northern England, successfully launched its ‘Fly Manchester’ campaign earlier this year to win back the four million passengers from its catchment area that currently travel by road/ rail to congested…

Residents of Staffordshire are set for a visit from the ‘Fly Manchester’ campaign this month, as Manchester Airport’s latest initiative comes to the West Midlands.

Manchester Airport, the global gateway to and from Northern England, successfully launched its ‘Fly Manchester’ campaign earlier this year to win back the four million passengers from its catchment area that currently travel by road/ rail to congested London airports when routes operate a short distance away from Staffordshire in…

The first Ducati clothing and accessory airport store outside of Italy has opened in Terminal 1 at Manchester Airport. To mark the opening of the store, motorcycle rider Darren Fry has been involved in the making of a ground-breaking video that is released today.

During night operations…

The first Ducati clothing and accessory airport store outside of Italy has opened in Terminal 1 at Manchester Airport. To mark the opening of the store, motorcycle rider Darren Fry has been involved in the making of a ground-breaking video that is released today.

During night operations, Fry undertook a series of test runs on Runway 2 at Manchester Airport in a film made by specialist design agency, Designate. Fry rides the bike through a passenger-free pier in Terminal 1 at…

The first Ducati clothing and accessory airport store outside of Italy has opened in Terminal 1 at Manchester Airport. To mark the opening of the store, motorcycle rider Darren Fry has been involved in the making of a ground-breaking video that is released today.

During night operations, Fry undertook a series of test runs on Runway 2 at Manchester Airport in a film made by specialist design agency, Designate. Fry rides the bike through a passenger-free pier in Terminal 1 at Manchester Airport and even through the main shopping concourse into the store.

• Fun filled family day of action-packed aviation activity on Saturday 14th September between 12pm - 6pm• Air displays and fly pasts from vintage aircraft including the Lancaster Bomber• Parachute display from The Ravens Skydive Team• 1930s fancy dress competition• Refuel…

• Fun filled family day of action-packed aviation activity on Saturday 14th September between 12pm - 6pm• Air displays and fly pasts from vintage aircraft including the Lancaster Bomber• Parachute display from The Ravens Skydive Team• 1930s fancy dress competition• Refuel with two tasty food outlets• Children’s bouncy castle – separate charge applies• See the what’s on page on www.runwayvisitorpark.co.uk…

• Fun filled family day of action-packed aviation activity on Saturday 14th September between 12pm - 6pm• Air displays and fly pasts from vintage aircraft including the Lancaster Bomber• Parachute display from The Ravens Skydive Team• 1930s fancy dress competition• Refuel with two tasty food outlets• Children’s bouncy castle – separate charge applies• See the what’s on page on www.runwayvisitorpark.co.uk for full information

Thomas Cook Airlines UK has today announced the schedule for its partnership with Flybe, providing connecting flights from a network of regional airports across the UK to the Caribbean, Florida, Las Vegas, Mexico and Goa via Manchester Airport, which include the only routes outside London to…

Manchester Enterprise Academy (MEA) are proud to announce an 11% rise in the headline ‘5A*-C with English and Maths’ GCSE figure to 48%. This rise represents a triumph for the Academy and further confirms the transformation of the school which was recognised by Ofsted in an recent inspection.…

Manchester Enterprise Academy (MEA) are proud to announce an 11% rise in the headline ‘5A*-C with English and Maths’ GCSE figure to 48%. This rise represents a triumph for the Academy and further confirms the transformation of the school which was recognised by Ofsted in an recent inspection. The lead sponsor of MEA, Manchester Airport, and the co-sponsors Willow Park Housing Trust and Manchester City Council are delighted for all the students who have worked so hard with the fantastic staff…

Manchester Enterprise Academy (MEA) are proud to announce an 11% rise in the headline ‘5A*-C with English and Maths’ GCSE figure to 48%. This rise represents a triumph for the Academy and further confirms the transformation of the school which was recognised by Ofsted in an recent inspection. The lead sponsor of MEA, Manchester Airport, and the co-sponsors Willow Park Housing Trust and Manchester City Council are delighted for all the students who have worked so hard with the fantastic staff of the Academy to achieve such a huge lift in results.

Manchester Airport is having its busiest summer since 2008 as July 2013 saw passenger numbers increase for the 14th consecutive month, with over 2.2m people passing through the UK’s 3rd largest airport.

The figure represents a 4.4% increase year on year compared to July 2012, and…

Manchester Airport is having its busiest summer since 2008 as July 2013 saw passenger numbers increase for the 14th consecutive month, with over 2.2m people passing through the UK’s 3rd largest airport.

The figure represents a 4.4% increase year on year compared to July 2012, and demonstrates the airport’s ever increasing popularity and commitment to growth.

International passenger traffic increased by over 5.5% in July as families jet off on their summer holidays, plus…

Manchester Airport is having its busiest summer since 2008 as July 2013 saw passenger numbers increase for the 14th consecutive month, with over 2.2m people passing through the UK’s 3rd largest airport.

The figure represents a 4.4% increase year on year compared to July 2012, and demonstrates the airport’s ever increasing popularity and commitment to growth.

International passenger traffic increased by over 5.5% in July as families jet off on their summer holidays, plus overall traffic went up by 2%. From the start of the financial year to date, total traffic has surpassed…

• 35% of international business travellers coming to Manchester are from manufacturing businesses• 43% of international business travellers stay 3-5 days• 19% of businesses identified from TMT and healthcare sectors

The fourth wave of international business traveller research…

• 35% of international business travellers coming to Manchester are from manufacturing businesses• 43% of international business travellers stay 3-5 days• 19% of businesses identified from TMT and healthcare sectors

The fourth wave of international business traveller research from Deloitte, Manchester Airports Group (MAG) and MIDAS shows that 35% of business travellers coming in to Manchester are from manufacturing corporations. Healthcare and life science industries make…

• 35% of international business travellers coming to Manchester are from manufacturing businesses• 43% of international business travellers stay 3-5 days• 19% of businesses identified from TMT and healthcare sectors

The fourth wave of international business traveller research from Deloitte, Manchester Airports Group (MAG) and MIDAS shows that 35% of business travellers coming in to Manchester are from manufacturing corporations. Healthcare and life science industries make up 11% of visitors, with a further 8% of international business travellers from TMT…

MAG, the UK’s largest regional airport operator, announces its full year results for the year ended March 2013. The Group is pleased to report that it has had a strong financial year and has continued to make progress on its journey towards becoming the premier airport services business. At the…

MAG, the UK’s largest regional airport operator, announces its full year results for the year ended March 2013. The Group is pleased to report that it has had a strong financial year and has continued to make progress on its journey towards becoming the premier airport services business. At the end of the financial year, MAG was successful in its purchase of London Stansted Airport.

Highlights

Revenue grew by £19.9m (5.3%), up to £393.1m (excl

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MAG, the UK’s largest regional airport operator, announces its full year results for the year ended March 2013. The Group is pleased to report that it has had a strong financial year and has continued to make progress on its journey towards becoming the premier airport services business. At the end of the financial year, MAG was successful in its purchase of London Stansted Airport.

Highlights

Revenue grew by £19.9m (5.3%), up to £393.1m (excl STN)

Underlying operating profit for 2013 is £73.6m - up £8.1m (12.4%) on prior year and ahead of

Stockport based Gosjac Angling Club, has had its future secured due to Manchester Airport’s Community Trust fund, with a donation of £1,376 towards the management of Cormorant birds, which were depleting fish stocks at the club’s main fishery, Sykes Reservoir, Alexandra Park…

Stockport based Gosjac Angling Club, has had its future secured due to Manchester Airport’s Community Trust fund, with a donation of £1,376 towards the management of Cormorant birds, which were depleting fish stocks at the club’s main fishery, Sykes Reservoir, Alexandra Park, Edgeley.

The birds, which were eating young fish, are now set to be controlled by the creation of fish refuges, which mimic natural habitat features and act as a defence to allow the young fish to…

Stockport based Gosjac Angling Club, has had its future secured due to Manchester Airport’s Community Trust fund, with a donation of £1,376 towards the management of Cormorant birds, which were depleting fish stocks at the club’s main fishery, Sykes Reservoir, Alexandra Park, Edgeley.

The birds, which were eating young fish, are now set to be controlled by the creation of fish refuges, which mimic natural habitat features and act as a defence to allow the young fish to thrive.

Gosjac Angling Club, a not for profit organisation, was launched in 1959 and has over 100 members.…

The Manchester Airport Choir is celebrating 75 years of Manchester with a special anniversary charity concert at the Bridgewater Hall in aid of Medcare, the airport’s charity partner.

Tickets are available now for the concert which will take place on September 7 from 7.30pm, with special…

The Manchester Airport Choir is celebrating 75 years of Manchester with a special anniversary charity concert at the Bridgewater Hall in aid of Medcare, the airport’s charity partner.

Tickets are available now for the concert which will take place on September 7 from 7.30pm, with special guest presenter Gordon Burns and guest singer Ren Harvieu, who has just recorded a song with Take That star, Mark Owen.

The Manchester Airport Choir and other workplace choirs from Severn…

The Manchester Airport Choir is celebrating 75 years of Manchester with a special anniversary charity concert at the Bridgewater Hall in aid of Medcare, the airport’s charity partner.

Tickets are available now for the concert which will take place on September 7 from 7.30pm, with special guest presenter Gordon Burns and guest singer Ren Harvieu, who has just recorded a song with Take That star, Mark Owen.

The Manchester Airport Choir and other workplace choirs from Severn Trent Water, NHS Lewisham and Bristol Royal Mail will be entertaining guests for an evening of song and…

Manchester Airport saw 2.1 million passengers use the airport during June 2013, according to figures released today. This was a rise of 4.1% when compared to June 2012, and marks a 13th consecutive month of year on year growth for the gateway to the North.

Figures released this month by…

Manchester Airport saw 2.1 million passengers use the airport during June 2013, according to figures released today. This was a rise of 4.1% when compared to June 2012, and marks a 13th consecutive month of year on year growth for the gateway to the North.

Figures released this month by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) also show that Manchester Airport was above the UK airport average of passenger growth in June. The UK airport average growth was 3.2%.

The statistics showed…

Manchester Airport saw 2.1 million passengers use the airport during June 2013, according to figures released today. This was a rise of 4.1% when compared to June 2012, and marks a 13th consecutive month of year on year growth for the gateway to the North.

Figures released this month by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) also show that Manchester Airport was above the UK airport average of passenger growth in June. The UK airport average growth was 3.2%.

The statistics showed international scheduled flight traffic to be up by 9.4%. New services such as EgyptAir’s service to…

Passengers travelling from Manchester Airport can now visit a new style food court called The Food Quarter to enjoy a drink and a bite to eat before their flight.

A key feature of the new food court, which is operated by SSP, is a selection of street food pop-up offerings, showcasing the…

Passengers travelling from Manchester Airport can now visit a new style food court called The Food Quarter to enjoy a drink and a bite to eat before their flight.

A key feature of the new food court, which is operated by SSP, is a selection of street food pop-up offerings, showcasing the best of the local culinary scene. The first of these is an ice-cream that is quickly gaining fame in Manchester and beyond. Claire Kelsey, the woman behind the Manchester institution that is Ginger's…

Passengers travelling from Manchester Airport can now visit a new style food court called The Food Quarter to enjoy a drink and a bite to eat before their flight.

A key feature of the new food court, which is operated by SSP, is a selection of street food pop-up offerings, showcasing the best of the local culinary scene. The first of these is an ice-cream that is quickly gaining fame in Manchester and beyond. Claire Kelsey, the woman behind the Manchester institution that is Ginger's Comfort Emporium, serves ice-cream with a ‘twinkle in the eye and nod to the naughty’. Aimed very…

If you are looking for an action-packed and adrenalin-fuelled day out for all the family, then take to the skies and head to Runway Visitor Park at Manchester Airport this summer.With something for all ages to enjoy, it makes for the perfect free day out** while the kids are off…

If you are looking for an action-packed and adrenalin-fuelled day out for all the family, then take to the skies and head to Runway Visitor Park at Manchester Airport this summer.With something for all ages to enjoy, it makes for the perfect free day out** while the kids are off school.

If you are looking for an action-packed and adrenalin-fuelled day out for all the family, then take to the skies and head to Runway Visitor Park at Manchester Airport this summer.With something for all ages to enjoy, it makes for the perfect free day out** while the kids are off school.

Aircraft to Explore

The Runway Visitor Park is home to five aircraft for you to explore and discover, including the legendary Concorde. The park’s other aircraft are the Nimrod…

The new £20 million air traffic control tower at Manchester Airport has officially been completed and will be operational later this week. The official opening ceremony took place today on the 75th anniversary of the opening of Manchester Airport.

The new tower stands at a proud 60…

The new £20 million air traffic control tower at Manchester Airport has officially been completed and will be operational later this week. The official opening ceremony took place today on the 75th anniversary of the opening of Manchester Airport.

The new tower stands at a proud 60 metres tall, making it the second tallest air traffic control tower in the UK. Manchester Airport announced plans to build the new control tower in February 2011 and construction began shortly afterwards.…

The new £20 million air traffic control tower at Manchester Airport has officially been completed and will be operational later this week. The official opening ceremony took place today on the 75th anniversary of the opening of Manchester Airport.

The new tower stands at a proud 60 metres tall, making it the second tallest air traffic control tower in the UK. Manchester Airport announced plans to build the new control tower in February 2011 and construction began shortly afterwards. The existing control tower at the airport has been operational since 1962 and will now be…

Manchester Airport, the gateway to the North of England, today celebrates its 75th anniversary. On Saturday June 25th 1938, the airport was officially opened by an air display from the Royal Air Force by the command of Sir Kingsley Wood, his Majesty’s Secretary of State for Air. Operations began…

Manchester Airport, the gateway to the North of England, today celebrates its 75th anniversary. On Saturday June 25th 1938, the airport was officially opened by an air display from the Royal Air Force by the command of Sir Kingsley Wood, his Majesty’s Secretary of State for Air. Operations began two days later and in the first 14 months, the airport handled 7,600 passengers, which is the equivalent of a Summer morning's work today.

Manchester was the first city in Great Britain to…

Manchester Airport, the gateway to the North of England, today celebrates its 75th anniversary. On Saturday June 25th 1938, the airport was officially opened by an air display from the Royal Air Force by the command of Sir Kingsley Wood, his Majesty’s Secretary of State for Air. Operations began two days later and in the first 14 months, the airport handled 7,600 passengers, which is the equivalent of a Summer morning's work today.

Manchester was the first city in Great Britain to establish a municipal aerodrome when an Air Ministry licence was granted to the Corporation on April…

1.9 million passengers travelled through Manchester Airport in May 2013, almost 11% up on May 2012 figures. The increase in numbers took Manchester over the 20 million passenger mark, during a 12 month period, for the first time since May 2009.

Manchester Airport also experienced the…

1.9 million passengers travelled through Manchester Airport in May 2013, almost 11% up on May 2012 figures. The increase in numbers took Manchester over the 20 million passenger mark, during a 12 month period, for the first time since May 2009.

Manchester Airport also experienced the fastest growth rate of the UK's top ten largest airports with passenger numbers rising by 10.6% in May and it also marked the airport’s 13th consecutive month of year on year growth. The good performance…

1.9 million passengers travelled through Manchester Airport in May 2013, almost 11% up on May 2012 figures. The increase in numbers took Manchester over the 20 million passenger mark, during a 12 month period, for the first time since May 2009.

Manchester Airport also experienced the fastest growth rate of the UK's top ten largest airports with passenger numbers rising by 10.6% in May and it also marked the airport’s 13th consecutive month of year on year growth. The good performance was attributed to the continuing strength of long haul destinations, such as Dubai, Washington DC…

Virgin Atlantic has announced it will be offering 30,000 extra return seats to Orlando from Manchester Airport in Summer 2014.

To meet high demand for travel to one of Virgin Atlantic’s flagship destinations, Sir Richard Branson’s airline is deploying a Boeing 747 aircraft on all 11 of…

Virgin Atlantic has announced it will be offering 30,000 extra return seats to Orlando from Manchester Airport in Summer 2014.

To meet high demand for travel to one of Virgin Atlantic’s flagship destinations, Sir Richard Branson’s airline is deploying a Boeing 747 aircraft on all 11 of its weekly flights from the UK’s northern gateway, Manchester Airport - resulting in up to 2,000 extra available seats to and from the Sunshine State every week.

Confirming the enduring…

Virgin Atlantic has announced it will be offering 30,000 extra return seats to Orlando from Manchester Airport in Summer 2014.

To meet high demand for travel to one of Virgin Atlantic’s flagship destinations, Sir Richard Branson’s airline is deploying a Boeing 747 aircraft on all 11 of its weekly flights from the UK’s northern gateway, Manchester Airport - resulting in up to 2,000 extra available seats to and from the Sunshine State every week.

Confirming the enduring popularity of Florida with British holidaymakers, Virgin Atlantic will carry up to 10,000 passengers every…

Galliford Try, Carillion and BAM Construction have been selected as preferred bidders for the Manchester Airports Group (MAG) capital delivery framework, potentially worth up to £500 million in value over the next five years.

The framework will initially operate for three years with the…

Galliford Try, Carillion and BAM Construction have been selected as preferred bidders for the Manchester Airports Group (MAG) capital delivery framework, potentially worth up to £500 million in value over the next five years.

The framework will initially operate for three years with the option for two 12-month extensions. The framework will cover all of MAG’s capital delivery needs across the Group portfolio which includes the airports of Manchester, London Stansted, East Midlands…

Galliford Try, Carillion and BAM Construction have been selected as preferred bidders for the Manchester Airports Group (MAG) capital delivery framework, potentially worth up to £500 million in value over the next five years.

The framework will initially operate for three years with the option for two 12-month extensions. The framework will cover all of MAG’s capital delivery needs across the Group portfolio which includes the airports of Manchester, London Stansted, East Midlands and Bournemouth airports.

Businesses across the North West were celebrating last night as they received awards for community and sustainability work from Business in the Community. The national charity is led by HRH The Prince of Wales, and is committed to building resilient communities, diverse workplaces and a more…

Businesses across the North West were celebrating last night as they received awards for community and sustainability work from Business in the Community. The national charity is led by HRH The Prince of Wales, and is committed to building resilient communities, diverse workplaces and a more sustainable future.

Sponsored by Accenture and Electricity North West, the annual Responsible Business Awards ceremony, which took place at The Monastery in Manchester, recognised the powerful…

Businesses across the North West were celebrating last night as they received awards for community and sustainability work from Business in the Community. The national charity is led by HRH The Prince of Wales, and is committed to building resilient communities, diverse workplaces and a more sustainable future.

Sponsored by Accenture and Electricity North West, the annual Responsible Business Awards ceremony, which took place at The Monastery in Manchester, recognised the powerful and positive role North West businesses are playing in responsible business. It also celebrated and…

Manchester Airport’s Escape Lounge has won a prestigious global award in the Priority Pass of the Year awards.

The Terminal One Escape Lounge has been announced as winner of the Best Staff category, beating off competition from over 600 lounges around the world.

Suzy Taylor, Manchester Airport Escape Lounges Manager, said: “To say we are delighted with this award would be an understatement. This is an…

Manchester Airport’s Escape Lounge has won a prestigious global award in the Priority Pass of the Year awards.

The Terminal One Escape Lounge has been announced as winner of the Best Staff category, beating off competition from over 600 lounges around the world.

Suzy Taylor, Manchester Airport Escape Lounges Manager, said: “To say we are delighted with this award would be an understatement. This is an incredible achievement for our Escape Lounges team and to be recognised globally as one of the best…

Manchester Airport is launching a new trial initiative this week of ‘Friendly Guides’ to help those who require assistance with navigating in and around the airport, including through security.

Passengers using the ‘Friendly Guides’ service will be escorted to wherever they wish to be…

Manchester Airport is launching a new trial initiative this week of ‘Friendly Guides’ to help those who require assistance with navigating in and around the airport, including through security.

Passengers using the ‘Friendly Guides’ service will be escorted to wherever they wish to be once airside in the terminal and the guide will then agree a time and meeting place with the party to return and take them to the gate. Passengers will be able to call their ‘Friendly Guide’ direct at…

Manchester Airport is launching a new trial initiative this week of ‘Friendly Guides’ to help those who require assistance with navigating in and around the airport, including through security.

Passengers using the ‘Friendly Guides’ service will be escorted to wherever they wish to be once airside in the terminal and the guide will then agree a time and meeting place with the party to return and take them to the gate. Passengers will be able to call their ‘Friendly Guide’ direct at any point should they have any questions or require their guide to return to meet them.

Manchester Airport is set to become a training partner with the International Fire Training Centre (IFTC) and host firefighter training courses at the airport from next week.

Together, the two businesses will deliver training to airport fire and rescue services and in doing so, they aim…

Manchester Airport is set to become a training partner with the International Fire Training Centre (IFTC) and host firefighter training courses at the airport from next week.

Together, the two businesses will deliver training to airport fire and rescue services and in doing so, they aim to deliver real benefits to the market. New courses are being launched to enhance the existing curriculum and offer clients access to new skills delivered by experts in an environment that enhances…

Manchester Airport is set to become a training partner with the International Fire Training Centre (IFTC) and host firefighter training courses at the airport from next week.

Together, the two businesses will deliver training to airport fire and rescue services and in doing so, they aim to deliver real benefits to the market. New courses are being launched to enhance the existing curriculum and offer clients access to new skills delivered by experts in an environment that enhances learning.

IFTC will send its instructors to the Manchester Airports Group (MAG) operations to…

EgyptAir has expanded its network between the UK and Egypt with the start of the five times per week service between Manchester and the Egyptian capital, Cairo.

The Egyptian flag carrier airline commenced its first non-stop…

EgyptAir has expanded its network between the UK and Egypt with the start of the five times per week service between Manchester and the Egyptian capital, Cairo.

The Egyptian flag carrier airline commenced its first non-stop flight between UK’s northern gateway, Manchester Airport, and EgyptAir’s main hub at Cairo International Airport, earlier this month, Making Manchester their 81st destination.

Capt. Roshdy…

EgyptAir has expanded its network between the UK and Egypt with the start of the five times per week service between Manchester and the Egyptian capital, Cairo.

The Egyptian flag carrier airline commenced its first non-stop flight between UK’s northern gateway, Manchester Airport, and EgyptAir’s main hub at Cairo International Airport, earlier this month, Making Manchester their 81st destination.

Capt. Roshdy Zakaria, EgyptAir’s Chairman and CEO, said: “The UK is one of the most important markets in our network and…

From the 1st June 2013, TAP Portugal will increase the frequency of its Manchester to Lisbon service, offering ten flights a week.

The service, which delivers UK travellers to the Portuguese capital Lisbon, currently runs seven flights per week.

Lisbon’s delightful atmosphere, complete with stunning architecture, traditional shops, restaurants, bars, an array of shopping choices and buzzing nightlife, has made the city increasingly popular for weekend breaks.

Rhys Whalley has been appointed executive director for the newly created Manchester China Forum.

Whalley is to leave his current post as head of business development (Beijing) of the international property-firm Jones Lang LaSalle to lead the new Forum - a business-led initiative aimed at…

Rhys Whalley has been appointed executive director for the newly created Manchester China Forum.

Whalley is to leave his current post as head of business development (Beijing) of the international property-firm Jones Lang LaSalle to lead the new Forum - a business-led initiative aimed at increasing Greater Manchester’s commercial connectivity with China.

He brings a wealth of experience, as a member of Jones Lang LaSalle Beijing Management Board and former business manager…

Rhys Whalley has been appointed executive director for the newly created Manchester China Forum.

Whalley is to leave his current post as head of business development (Beijing) of the international property-firm Jones Lang LaSalle to lead the new Forum - a business-led initiative aimed at increasing Greater Manchester’s commercial connectivity with China.

He brings a wealth of experience, as a member of Jones Lang LaSalle Beijing Management Board and former business manager for the European Union Chamber of Commerce in China.

During the course of the last twelve months, Manchester Airport, the gateway to the North of England, has breached the 20m passenger mark for the first time since May 2009.Since 31st May 2012, the airport has seen 20m passengers use the airport and its range of international destinations…

During the course of the last twelve months, Manchester Airport, the gateway to the North of England, has breached the 20m passenger mark for the first time since May 2009.Since 31st May 2012, the airport has seen 20m passengers use the airport and its range of international destinations that include Abu Dhabi, New York, …

During the course of the last twelve months, Manchester Airport, the gateway to the North of England, has breached the 20m passenger mark for the first time since May 2009.Since 31st May 2012, the airport has seen 20m passengers use the airport and its range of international destinations that include Abu Dhabi, New York, Washington DC, …

Manchester Airport saw 1.52 million passengers use the airport during April 2013, according to figures released today. This was a rise of more than 3.5% when compared to April 2012, and marks a 12th consecutive month of year on year growth for the gateway to the North.

The statistics…

Manchester Airport saw 1.52 million passengers use the airport during April 2013, according to figures released today. This was a rise of more than 3.5% when compared to April 2012, and marks a 12th consecutive month of year on year growth for the gateway to the North.

The statistics showed international scheduled flight traffic to be up by 6.2%. The growth has been credited to the 17 new routes added since the previous year including direct flights to Moscow, Warsaw and…

Manchester Airport saw 1.52 million passengers use the airport during April 2013, according to figures released today. This was a rise of more than 3.5% when compared to April 2012, and marks a 12th consecutive month of year on year growth for the gateway to the North.

The statistics showed international scheduled flight traffic to be up by 6.2%. The growth has been credited to the 17 new routes added since the previous year including direct flights to Moscow, Warsaw and Stavanger.

The airport also has a range of international destinations that include New York, Washington…

The Chancellor, George Osborne, has launched the official start on site of the Airport City project at Manchester Airport. Joined by Karen Campbell, the Airport City Director for Manchester Airports Group (MAG) and Chairman Mike Davies, the Member of Parliament for Tatton broke the ground as…

The Chancellor, George Osborne, has launched the official start on site of the Airport City project at Manchester Airport. Joined by Karen Campbell, the Airport City Director for Manchester Airports Group (MAG) and Chairman Mike Davies, the Member of Parliament for Tatton broke the ground as work officially commenced on Greater Manchester’s Enterprise Zone project.

George Osborne, the MP for Tatton, said: “We’re excited about the prospect of Airport City, and pleased that the…

The Chancellor, George Osborne, has launched the official start on site of the Airport City project at Manchester Airport. Joined by Karen Campbell, the Airport City Director for Manchester Airports Group (MAG) and Chairman Mike Davies, the Member of Parliament for Tatton broke the ground as work officially commenced on Greater Manchester’s Enterprise Zone project.

George Osborne, the MP for Tatton, said: “We’re excited about the prospect of Airport City, and pleased that the Enterprise Zone status has allowed it to move forward at a quicker pace. Manchester Airport is already an…

Airport hospitality specialist No.1 Traveller has partnered with Manchester Airport to expand its Driveway to Runway product range to five of the top UK airports. In addition to the existing offering at other airports, this new partnership with Manchester means that No.1 Traveller’s Driveway to…

Airport hospitality specialist No.1 Traveller has partnered with Manchester Airport to expand its Driveway to Runway product range to five of the top UK airports. In addition to the existing offering at other airports, this new partnership with Manchester means that No.1 Traveller’s Driveway to Runway experience is now available to two thirds of all UK departing passengers.

Travellers flying from Manchester Airport can now book a range of products including chauffeur-driven airport…

Airport hospitality specialist No.1 Traveller has partnered with Manchester Airport to expand its Driveway to Runway product range to five of the top UK airports. In addition to the existing offering at other airports, this new partnership with Manchester means that No.1 Traveller’s Driveway to Runway experience is now available to two thirds of all UK departing passengers.

Travellers flying from Manchester Airport can now book a range of products including chauffeur-driven airport transfers, airport parking, a VIP departure service and access to any of Manchester Airport’s three…

New artwork has brightened the Terminal 1 baggage reclaim area and the Wythenshawe Art Walk at Manchester Airport. The artwork is the result of an exciting collaboration between Manchester Airports Group (MAG), Manchester Cathedral and children from five Wythenshawe Primary Schools.

Over…

New artwork has brightened the Terminal 1 baggage reclaim area and the Wythenshawe Art Walk at Manchester Airport. The artwork is the result of an exciting collaboration between Manchester Airports Group (MAG), Manchester Cathedral and children from five Wythenshawe Primary Schools.

Over the last three years the Airport has partnered with Visit Cheshire and their Cheshire Gardens of Distinction programme and Visit Manchester and their Modern History programme, displaying similar work…

New artwork has brightened the Terminal 1 baggage reclaim area and the Wythenshawe Art Walk at Manchester Airport. The artwork is the result of an exciting collaboration between Manchester Airports Group (MAG), Manchester Cathedral and children from five Wythenshawe Primary Schools.

Over the last three years the Airport has partnered with Visit Cheshire and their Cheshire Gardens of Distinction programme and Visit Manchester and their Modern History programme, displaying similar work in Terminals 2 and 3.

Manchester Airports Group (MAG) has now submitted its response to the Airports Commission on proposals to make the best use of existing capacity in the next ten to fifteen years - the period before new runway capacity can be delivered.

MAG owns and operates four airports in the UK -…

Manchester Airports Group (MAG) has now submitted its response to the Airports Commission on proposals to make the best use of existing capacity in the next ten to fifteen years - the period before new runway capacity can be delivered.

MAG owns and operates four airports in the UK - Manchester, London Stansted, East Midlands and Bournemouth - and currently handles 42 million passengers per year.MAG has advised the Commission that well targeted policy support from Government…

Manchester Airports Group (MAG) has now submitted its response to the Airports Commission on proposals to make the best use of existing capacity in the next ten to fifteen years - the period before new runway capacity can be delivered.

MAG owns and operates four airports in the UK - Manchester, London Stansted, East Midlands and Bournemouth - and currently handles 42 million passengers per year.MAG has advised the Commission that well targeted policy support from Government would contribute significantly to making more effective use of existing capacity, enhancing airport…

A new £500,000 Escape Lounge opens its doors today at Manchester Airport’s Terminal 3, offering both a unique birds-eye view of the runways – and the chance to rub shoulders with the rich and famous.

The new lounge has…

A new £500,000 Escape Lounge opens its doors today at Manchester Airport’s Terminal 3, offering both a unique birds-eye view of the runways – and the chance to rub shoulders with the rich and famous.

The new lounge has capacity for up to 120 passengers at one time – and follows the success of similar lounges in Terminals 1 and 2 at Manchester, which have counted Sir Alex Ferguson and Roberto Mancini amongst 200,000…

A new £500,000 Escape Lounge opens its doors today at Manchester Airport’s Terminal 3, offering both a unique birds-eye view of the runways – and the chance to rub shoulders with the rich and famous.

The new lounge has capacity for up to 120 passengers at one time – and follows the success of similar lounges in Terminals 1 and 2 at Manchester, which have counted Sir Alex Ferguson and Roberto Mancini amongst 200,000 recent guests.

Award winning Aegean Airlines has announced that it will begin operating a direct service between Manchester and Athens on Saturdays and Mondays from May 25. Flights on the route are now on sale with prices starting from £209 one-way including taxes.

The bi-weekly service will provide…

Award winning Aegean Airlines has announced that it will begin operating a direct service between Manchester and Athens on Saturdays and Mondays from May 25. Flights on the route are now on sale with prices starting from £209 one-way including taxes.

The bi-weekly service will provide passengers with flexible and affordable direct access to Athens, as well as making it easy for passengers to continue their journey from Athens to any of the Greek islands.

Ken O’Toole, Chief…

Award winning Aegean Airlines has announced that it will begin operating a direct service between Manchester and Athens on Saturdays and Mondays from May 25. Flights on the route are now on sale with prices starting from £209 one-way including taxes.

The bi-weekly service will provide passengers with flexible and affordable direct access to Athens, as well as making it easy for passengers to continue their journey from Athens to any of the Greek islands.

During the last 12 months, 19.81 million passengers travelled through Manchester Airport delivering an extra 680,000 people more than the last financial year, equalling a 3.6% year on year growth.

The increase in passenger numbers has been attributed to the fourteen new destinations…

During the last 12 months, 19.81 million passengers travelled through Manchester Airport delivering an extra 680,000 people more than the last financial year, equalling a 3.6% year on year growth.

The increase in passenger numbers has been attributed to the fourteen new destinations, including Washington DC and Moscow that were added to the route network during that time, while new destinations are being added for the Summer. Passengers are also continuing to choose Manchester over…

During the last 12 months, 19.81 million passengers travelled through Manchester Airport delivering an extra 680,000 people more than the last financial year, equalling a 3.6% year on year growth.

The increase in passenger numbers has been attributed to the fourteen new destinations, including Washington DC and Moscow that were added to the route network during that time, while new destinations are being added for the Summer. Passengers are also continuing to choose Manchester over other airports, recognising the broad range of destinations and offers from scheduled carriers, low…

Manchester Airport has launched its Summer schedule and expects to pass the 20 million passenger mark this year, thanks to the 17 new destinations on offer this Summer.

In Summer alone, the airport expects over 14 million…

Manchester Airport has launched its Summer schedule and expects to pass the 20 million passenger mark this year, thanks to the 17 new destinations on offer this Summer.

In Summer alone, the airport expects over 14 million passengers to pass through the doors, with the busiest month expected to be August with just over 2 million passengers jetting off for their annual Summer holiday. When comparing these figures with the…

Manchester Airport has launched its Summer schedule and expects to pass the 20 million passenger mark this year, thanks to the 17 new destinations on offer this Summer.

In Summer alone, the airport expects over 14 million passengers to pass through the doors, with the busiest month expected to be August with just over 2 million passengers jetting off for their annual Summer holiday. When comparing these figures with the previous year, the airport has seen a 4.5% increase in traffic in 2013 and has now seen 11 months…

Manchester Airport, the global gateway of Northern England, launches the second phase of the ‘Fly Manchester’ campaign today, targeting the low cost sector. The low cost campaign aims to win them back and encourage them to…

Manchester Airport, the global gateway of Northern England, launches the second phase of the ‘Fly Manchester’ campaign today, targeting the low cost sector. The low cost campaign aims to win them back and encourage them to use their local airport. Currently, over 1 million passengers from Greater Manchester use other airports to fly from, when similar routes operate at their local airport.

Manchester Airport has…

Manchester Airport, the global gateway of Northern England, launches the second phase of the ‘Fly Manchester’ campaign today, targeting the low cost sector. The low cost campaign aims to win them back and encourage them to use their local airport. Currently, over 1 million passengers from Greater Manchester use other airports to fly from, when similar routes operate at their local airport.

Manchester Airport has overtaken other airports in recent times in terms of the number of low cost routes available. As an…

Manchester Airport customers can now avoid the hassle of trawling through the internet for the best car hire deal and simply use one-stop shop Car Trawler.

Manchester Airport have partnered with Car Trawler connecting with over…

Manchester Airport customers can now avoid the hassle of trawling through the internet for the best car hire deal and simply use one-stop shop Car Trawler.

Manchester Airport have partnered with Car Trawler connecting with over 550 leading car rental suppliers in 174 different countries, totalling over 30,000 city and airport locations.Car Trawler is the first company to provide a next generation car rental…

Manchester Airport customers can now avoid the hassle of trawling through the internet for the best car hire deal and simply use one-stop shop Car Trawler.

Manchester Airport have partnered with Car Trawler connecting with over 550 leading car rental suppliers in 174 different countries, totalling over 30,000 city and airport locations.Car Trawler is the first company to provide a next generation car rental distribution system, specialising solely in car rental.

Figures released today show that 1.19 million passengers travelled through Manchester Airport in February 2013, which was a 1.5% improvement on February 2012 statistics. Allowing for the impact of the additional leap year day in February 2012, the underlying growth is nearer 5%.

The…

Figures released today show that 1.19 million passengers travelled through Manchester Airport in February 2013, which was a 1.5% improvement on February 2012 statistics. Allowing for the impact of the additional leap year day in February 2012, the underlying growth is nearer 5%.

The increase in passenger figures marks the airport’s tenth consecutive month of year on year growth, with performance attributed to an increase in international scheduled traffic, additional long haul…

Figures released today show that 1.19 million passengers travelled through Manchester Airport in February 2013, which was a 1.5% improvement on February 2012 statistics. Allowing for the impact of the additional leap year day in February 2012, the underlying growth is nearer 5%.

The increase in passenger figures marks the airport’s tenth consecutive month of year on year growth, with performance attributed to an increase in international scheduled traffic, additional long haul capacity and new services introduced by low cost carriers, including those on the 7th based easyJet…

Manchester continues to act on its ambitious goals of significantly improving trade links with the world’s second-largest economy, with the launch of the Manchester-China Forum, next month.

The aim of the forum is to increase international connectivity and enhance Manchester’s position…

Manchester continues to act on its ambitious goals of significantly improving trade links with the world’s second-largest economy, with the launch of the Manchester-China Forum, next month.

The aim of the forum is to increase international connectivity and enhance Manchester’s position as the main UK gateway to China in the North of England, and increasingly a European route in its own right. Growing closer to China in all ways is central to the Greater Manchester Strategy, which is…

Manchester continues to act on its ambitious goals of significantly improving trade links with the world’s second-largest economy, with the launch of the Manchester-China Forum, next month.

The aim of the forum is to increase international connectivity and enhance Manchester’s position as the main UK gateway to China in the North of England, and increasingly a European route in its own right. Growing closer to China in all ways is central to the Greater Manchester Strategy, which is sharply focused on long-term, sustainable economic growth.

Manchester Airport, the global gateway to and from Northern England, launches a ‘Fly Manchester’ campaign today to win back the four million passengers from its catchment area that currently travel by road/ rail to London…

Manchester Airport, the global gateway to and from Northern England, launches a ‘Fly Manchester’ campaign today to win back the four million passengers from its catchment area that currently travel by road/ rail to London airports when routes operate a short distance away in Manchester.

Manchester Airport's catchment area is home to 22 million people and its extensive ground transport infrastructure and on-site…

Manchester Airport, the global gateway to and from Northern England, launches a ‘Fly Manchester’ campaign today to win back the four million passengers from its catchment area that currently travel by road/ rail to London airports when routes operate a short distance away in Manchester.

Manchester Airport's catchment area is home to 22 million people and its extensive ground transport infrastructure and on-site rail, bus and coach interchange means 60% of all UK businesses are within a two-hour drive of the…

M.A.G today announces that it has been successful in its bid to acquire Stansted Airport and welcomes Industry Funds Management (IFM) as a strategic investor in M.A.G as part of the transaction.

M.A.G will pay a consideration of £1.5bn to acquire Stansted after a transparent and highly…

M.A.G today announces that it has been successful in its bid to acquire Stansted Airport and welcomes Industry Funds Management (IFM) as a strategic investor in M.A.G as part of the transaction.

M.A.G will pay a consideration of £1.5bn to acquire Stansted after a transparent and highly competitive process. This represents an acquisition multiple of 15.6x 2012 EBITDA which compares favourably with similar airport transactions in the UK and reflects Stansted’s significant growth…

M.A.G today announces that it has been successful in its bid to acquire Stansted Airport and welcomes Industry Funds Management (IFM) as a strategic investor in M.A.G as part of the transaction.

M.A.G will pay a consideration of £1.5bn to acquire Stansted after a transparent and highly competitive process. This represents an acquisition multiple of 15.6x 2012 EBITDA which compares favourably with similar airport transactions in the UK and reflects Stansted’s significant growth potential. The transaction is expected to reach financial completion by the end of February.

£650 million plans to develop a major new business district at Manchester Airport have been approved by Manchester City Council – and airport operator M.A.G is set to commence infrastructure works on the site, which is Government-designated Enterprise Zone, within weeks.

£650 million plans to develop a major new business district at Manchester Airport have been approved by Manchester City Council – and airport operator M.A.G is set to commence infrastructure works on the site, which is Government-designated Enterprise Zone, within weeks.

The Airport City Manchester development includes new offices, industrial units, hotels, retail and leisure…